Travel ED Holds​/Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Gilbert, Arizona.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an ED Holds/Tele position requiring strong cardiac telemetry skills and an active AZ or compact RN license.

• Work in the ED Holds/Tele unit of an acute care hospital with Level 3 trauma designation
• Care for ED holds waiting placement on a unit, primarily MS/Tele patients
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Uses Cerner EMR
• 12-hour day shifts (7a-7p or 7p-7a) with ability to self-schedule, subject to change
• 4 weekend shifts required within a 4-week schedule
• Holiday rotation required alongside permanent staff
• No call or standby requirement
• First to float; floats to med/surg/tele/overflow units and other ED units within the health system
• May assist with ED patients including vitals, IV starts, and medication administration, but will not serve as primary RN for ED assignments

• Active AZ or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Strong cardiac telemetry background preferred, with ability to titrate and decrease cardiac drips per physician orders (Cardizem, Heparin, Amiodarone)
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips independently, as no monitor tech is available
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to start (2 attempts maximum)
• Must pass a Pass/Fail sterile technique skills lab on day one of orientation
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide telemetry-focused nursing care to patients awaiting placement from the ED
• Work under the ED charge nurse with ED PCTs available for support
• Complete 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation to Med/Surg/Tele at the primary campus
• Navy scrub color required
• Failure of the dysrhythmia exam or sterile technique test results in a 6-month do-not-use status within the region
• Candidates must not have been directly employed by the health system within the past year, though PRN employment through outside firms is acceptable
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility per state residency requirements
• MS/Tele travelers do not need prior travel nursing experience

American Traveler Job  #P-763818. 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 - ER
- Hold

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.