Travel Med Surg​/Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/05/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift step-down unit position requiring a KY or compact RN license and BLS/ACLS certification.

• 26-bed step-down unit from ICU with all private rooms
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 4-5:1
• All patients on telemetry with heart monitors and critical drips
• Patient population ranges from GI bleed to COVID and respiratory distress cases
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 3 shifts per week (36 hours/week)

• Active, unrestricted KY or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• No prior nursing experience required, though previous experience is preferred
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety issues and implement appropriate safety devices

• Provides comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and treatment implementation across all phases of the nursing process
• Facilitates admission, transfer, and discharge activities including discharge teaching and coordination with Case Management
• Delegates and oversees tasks performed by other care team members
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement activities such as monitoring patient falls, pressure ulcers, and CAUTIs
• Promotes a patient and family-centered, holistic approach to care within a collaborative team environment

American Traveler Job  #P-750019. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.