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:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a RN for a Progressive Care Unit role requiring a KY or compact RN license and BLS/ACLS certification, with no prior experience required.

• 32-bed progressive care unit with semi-private rooms
• Nurse to patient ratio of 4-5:1
• All patients on continuous telemetry heart monitoring
• Mixed-acuity population including medical-surgical transfers and ICU step-down patients
• Care includes cardiac drip titration, continuous BiPAP monitoring, and other higher-acuity interventions
• Unit does not care for acute stroke patients
• 3x12 schedule, 7p-7a shifts
• Weekend and holiday rotation required

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

• Provide direct patient care including assessments, treatments, and care coordination throughout admission, transfer, and discharge
• Facilitate patient and family education and support discharge planning in collaboration with case management
• Delegate and oversee care tasks performed by other team members
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities such as monitoring falls, pressure ulcers, and CAUTIs
• Promote a positive, healing environment through collaborative teamwork and communication

American Traveler Job  #P-753806. 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.