Travel Cardiac Med Surg RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Med Surg position requiring strong cardiac Med Surg experience and an  compact RN license.

• Acute care setting in a Level 2 trauma hospital on the 3N Cardiac Med Surg unit
• 30-bed unit with a mix of private and semi-private rooms
• Primary patient population includes cardiology patients with CHF, bradycardic and tachycardic arrhythmias, pre/post pacemaker, pre/post cardiac cath, NSTEMI, and rule-out chest pain cases
• Unit also accepts general medical overflow patients
• Standard nurse-to-patient ratio is approximately 1:5
• Uses EPIC EMR, Fresenius Ivenix, and Pyxis medication dispensing system
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week with weekends required based on unit need
• May float to other Med Surg units
• May float to PCU if candidate has 1 year of PCU experience

• Active  RN license or applicable compact license required
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 3 years of Med/Surg experience with strong cardiac experience required
• Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program required
• ADN or diploma required; BSN preferred
• Must be able to manage heparin drips, patients with chest tubes, and discontinue central lines
• Experience with Ortho and Neuro patients required

• Provide direct patient care to cardiology and general medical overflow patients
• Support staff includes nurse aides for vital signs, blood sugars, ADLs, and ambulation
• Free-standing charge nurse model with an educational resource nurse available for skills and policy support
• Rapid response nurse available to assist with emergencies
• Unit-specific orientation includes approximately 24 hours of coursework and 24 hours of on-unit training
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-775881. 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
- Cardiology

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.