Travel Med Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Iron Mountain, Michigan.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  01/18/2027
• Duration:
  11 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Jan 18, 2027
• Length: 11 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele night shift position at a Trauma Level 4 acute care facility requiring MI licensure and 1 year of MS/Tele experience.

• 24-bed inpatient Med/Surg Tele unit with up to 10 observation/day surgeries
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 5:1 on day shift and 6:1 at 11pm, using team nursing with LPNs at 2:7 ratios
• Common diagnoses include NHP, cellulitis, UTI, COPD, GU disorders, pacemakers, sepsis, and nursing home placements
• Day surgical caseload includes ortho (hips and knees), choles, appys, and TURPs-CBI
• Small pediatric population (approximately 3/year), typically not assigned to travelers without prior experience
• Uses Cerner EMR, currently transitioning to Epic
• 12-hour night shifts )
• Weekend rotation required (EOW, Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Holiday coverage required for 2 of 3 major holidays
• On-call/standby opportunity available
• Floating required to like units and patient populations
• Charge nurse carries an assignment; travelers may be placed in relief charge role
• Hospitalist/intensivist coverage in-house until 6pm daily, telemedicine thereafter
• Respiratory therapy available 24/7 with CPAP equipment
• No IV team onsite; RNs must be comfortable performing IV starts
• No drip titration required for RNs

• Active MI RN license required by start date
• BLS (AHA) certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg or Med/Surg-Tele acute care experience required
• Experience or knowledge of TURPs-CBI preferred
• Critical Access or Trauma Level 3/4 experience preferred
• Basic tele arrhythmia knowledge required
• Must be comfortable performing IV starts independently
• 2 professional references required: 1 from a supervisor and 1 from a peer or supervisor

• Unit-specific orientation includes an 8-hour computer education day 1 with shadowing, a 12-hour shift of orientation on day 2, and independent work by day 3
• Solid, professional-colored scrubs required (no specific color mandated)
• All clinicians must clock in and out at the facility
• Candidates residing within 80 miles of the facility are considered local, with a reduced travel pay rate
• Former permanent staff must have an end date at least 6 months prior to consideration and require facility approval before reapplying
• First-time travelers may be considered based on unit needs

American Traveler Job  #P-763527. 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.