Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

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:
  12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a 12-hour day shift position requiring 18 months of Med/Tele experience and a NC or compact RN license.

• Nursing position within a 207-bed hospital with Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center designations
• Assigned to a home unit on the first day of orientation, with units including ADTU, Ortho Surgical, Medical Telemetry, Surgical Telemetry, Cardiac Medical Telemetry, and Medical/Detox units
• Patient populations include CHF, COPD, stroke, cardiac arrhythmias, post-surgical, ESRD, GI bleed, and behavioral health cases depending on unit assignment
• RN to patient ratio of 1:5-6 (critical surge 1:7-8); CNA ratio of 1:6-12
• 12-hour day shift schedule, , 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within designated region and scope of practice, including to other facilities as needed
• Supported by CNA, HUC/receptionist, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, resource nurse, RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• 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
• Additional 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 pump use, and medication drip management (cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, IVF)
• Epic EMR experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
• Minimum one professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Provide direct patient care across medical, surgical, and telemetry units based on home unit assignment
• 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, with contract extension required if contracted hours are not met
• Schedule operates on a 6-week cycle
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking available
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the position
• First-time travelers not preferred but will be considered
• Candidates must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position there

American Traveler Job  #P-774139. 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.