Travel Med Surg Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Corpus Christi, Texas.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a Med/Surg unit requiring at least 1 year of recent acute med/surg experience and a TX or compact RN license.

• Med/Surg unit with telemetry monitoring capabilities
• 8 inpatient beds plus 8 admission unit beds, occasionally flexing up to 12 inpatient beds depending on census
• Staffing includes charge RN, RNs, and PCA on both day and night shifts
• Maximum patient ratio of 6:1
• Meditech EMR used
• 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• 13-week assignment
• Rotating weekend schedule, with additional weekend coverage as needed for travel RNs
• Floating required to other Med/Surg units

• Active RN license (TX or Compact)
• 1+ years of acute med/surg experience within the last year required
• Ability to care for 4-6 patients at a time
• 2+ years of acute med/surg experience preferred
• Ortho, neuro-surgery, or med/surg/telemetry background preferred
• Competent in standard nursing skills including IV insertion, urinary catheter insertion/maintenance, central line maintenance, and medication administration
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required for Florida and Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

• Provide direct care to Med/Surg patients including standard nursing procedures and documentation in the EHR
• Communicate and collaborate with all members of the care team
• Friendly, positive, patient-centered, and team-focused personality preferred
• Scrubs required per unit dress code
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-756637. 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 - Telemetry

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.