Travel MS​/Tele RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg Tele night shift position requiring 2+ years of recent experience and a KY or compact license.

• Med/Surg Tele unit in a hospital setting
• Night shift schedule, rotating 3x12 and 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
• 84 hours per two-week pay period on a 36/48 rotating schedule
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required within scope of practice
• Blocked scheduling not accommodated
• Uses Meditech EMR

• Active KY or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications required
• 2+ years of current Med/Surg Tele experience required
• Meditech EMR experience required
• Two professional references required: one Charge or higher and one supervisor, both completed within the last year
• Driver's license required, with address matching permanent address

• Flu vaccine required; declinations not accepted, though medical and religious exemptions considered case-by-case
• Orientation occurs on a bi-weekly basis
• Candidates must live outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; local candidates not accepted
• RTO limited to up to 7 days and must be requested upfront with no changes accepted
• Must work either a major or minor holiday for every holiday period
• Travelers must take a minimum 6-month break after working one year before returning to the system
• Traveler pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit

American Traveler Job  #P-765792. 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.