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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a 12-hour night shift contract requiring NC or compact RN licensure and at least 18 months of Med/Tele experience.

• Hospital setting with 207 licensed beds, Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center designations
• No trauma or teaching hospital designation
• Assigned to a home unit on first day of orientation, which may include ADTU, Ortho Surgical, Medical Telemetry, Surgical Telemetry, Cardiac Telemetry, or Medical units
• Patient types vary by unit and include CHF, COPD, stroke, cardiac arrhythmias, post-op surgical, ESRD, diabetic, and behavioral health diagnoses
• RN patient ratio 1:5-6 with critical surge up to 1:7-8; CNA ratio 1:6-12
• 12-hour night shift schedule, , 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required to all units within scope at Mercy and within assigned region/facilities as needed
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Tele RN experience required
• Ortho experience and spinal precautions knowledge required for 7N/S Ortho Surgical unit
• General Med/Tele skillset required, including stroke care, cardiac rhythm interpretation, trach care, PIV starts, chest tube management, NGT placement, drain/tube management, PCA pumps, and medication drip management (cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, IVF)
• Epic EMR experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum one professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Support staff include CNAs, receptionist/HUC, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, resource nurse as staffing allows, RT and hospitalist coverage 24/7, and intensivist coverage
• Orientation includes new employee orientation (NEO) plus two days of departmental orientation
• Travelers required to work 75% of holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; time must be added to the end of the contract if contracted hours are not met
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking provided
• First-time travelers not preferred but will be considered
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the home unit to be eligible; local candidates not accepted
• Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least one year after working a permanent position

American Traveler Job  #P-771583. 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.