Travel Med Surg Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2 years of Med/Tele experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

• 36-bed Med/Surg Tele unit specializing in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
• Patient population includes complex GI surgeries (colectomy, bowel resections, Whipple, pancreatectomy, liver resection) and trauma overflow
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4-6, with surge staffing up to 1:7-8
• CNA to patient ratio of 1:9-12
• No dedicated telemetry monitoring tech; nurses read monitors and respond
• EPIC EMR used
• Alaris IV pumps and Omnicell medication dispensing system
• Phillips cardiac monitors
• 12-hour night shifts, , 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call requirements for travelers
• Floating required within assigned region and scope of practice to other facilities as needed

• Active RN license (NC or Compact)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certification
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience required
• Most recent experience must be within the last year
• Skilled in basic cardiac rhythm interpretation, trach care, PIV starts, chest tube management, and NGT placement
• Experience with drain and tube management including Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, and foley catheters
• Experience managing PCA pumps and medication drips including Heparin, blood products, IVF, and cardiac drips
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Provide direct care to complex GI surgical and trauma overflow patients on a Med/Surg Tele unit
• Facility is an 874-bed Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center recognition
• Support team includes CNAs, HUC/receptionist, 24/7 charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, resource nurses, and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Holiday coverage required for 75% of holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; unmet contracted hours must be added to the end of the assignment
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking provided
• Traveler's permanent address must be more than 50 miles from the home unit; local candidates not accepted
• Previous employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working in a permanent position
• First-time travelers not preferred but will be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-746495. 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.