Travel MS​/Tele RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/15/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift position requiring MS/Tele experience and a TN or compact RN license.

• Work on a Med/Surg/Tele unit caring for Ortho/Spine/Med/Surg patients
• Patient ratio of 1:7
• Night shift schedule (4x12, 18:30-07:00) with 36/36, 36/48, or 48/48 scheduling options available
• Every other weekend required
• No call requirements
• Floating required
• Epic charting system preferred

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• AHA BLS certification required
• ACLS and NIHSS certifications preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• MS/Tele and Med/Surg experience required
• Skills needed include IV therapy/phlebotomy, central line and PICC line management, blood product administration, and peripheral line care
• Respiratory skills needed including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, and oxygen administration
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and rapid response/code team participation required
• Wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE experience required
• Experience with colostomy/ileostomy and feeding tube management
• Experience administering heparin, insulin, and PCA medications
• Relias EKG testing required within 72 hours of signing
• Drug test completion required 12-14 calendar days prior to start
• Facial hair must be trimmed or removed to meet CDC fit testing guidelines

• Provide nursing care across Ortho/Spine/Med/Surg patient populations including total joint replacement, ortho trauma, renal failure, and pre/post neurosurgery cases
• Participate in nursing student support and clinical education alongside clinical care duties
• General orientation begins on Sundays with online CBLs
• Modules are non-billable, average 4-5 hours, and are completed during orientation
• Must live 100 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-760585. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.