Travel MS​/Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Chandler, Arizona.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring recent telemetry experience, dysrhythmia exam certification, and a 50-mile residency radius for AZ candidates.

• Level 1 trauma acute care hospital setting on a 30-bed Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit
• General and orthopedic trauma stepdown patient population, including chest tubes, drains, wound vacs, and titrating cardiac drips
• 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio on days and nights
• Charge nurse present and does not carry a patient assignment; unit supervisor also on staff
• PCTs available on days, with a PCT or SWAT RN available at night for tasking
• GE telemetry monitors with central monitoring station staffed by a tech
• RT and Pharmacy available 24/7, with ICU pharmacist coverage on days
• House SWAT nurse available for difficult IV access; no dedicated IV team
• 12-hour day shifts, 7am-7pm
• 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week period (days: Sat/Sun, nights: Fri/Sat)
• One major and one minor holiday coverage required
• First to float, with floating to Med Surg Tele C5 and B2C
• 2 shifts of floor-specific orientation provided
• Uses Cerner EMR

• Active AZ or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required, within the past 6 months
• Must be able to read telemetry strips
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam within 48 hours of offer (maximum 2 attempts)
• Must pass a pass/fail sterile technique skills lab on day one of orientation
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care to general and orthopedic trauma stepdown patients, including management of chest tubes, drains, and wound vacs
• Utilize 1:1 PCT sitters for confused patients and soft restraints for line pulling as needed
• Spectralink phones used for call light system
• Navy scrub color required
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be considered for this position
• Candidates who were directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit-associated facility, including CHI and Dignity, within the past year will not be considered
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-751877. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.