Travel Med Surg​/Telemetry RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/05/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring TN or compact licensure, prior cardiac tele and nephrology med/surg experience, and night shift availability.

• Work in the Med/Surg Tele unit of a hospital environment
• Cares for cardiac telemetry and nephrology/renal med-surg patients, including pre/post hemodialysis management
• Patient ratio of 1:7-8
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or two per month
• Floating required in accordance with facility policy and clinical experience
• Cerner charting experience preferred but not required

• Active RN license (TN or Compact) required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required (NIHSS may be obtained after offer)
• ACLS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, with 2-3 years preferred
• Prior cardiac telemetry and nephrology med/surg experience required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
• Certifications and licensure must not expire within 45 days of the start date
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and dysrhythmia interpretation
• Dysrhythmia management skills preferred
• PD/HD experience preferred
• Renal failure and pre/post hemodialysis management experience preferred

• Provide direct patient care for cardiac telemetry and renal/nephrology med-surg patients
• First-time travelers will be considered if they have relevant nephrology and med-surg experience
• Holiday RTO requests will not be accommodated for a list of designated holidays and surrounding days; requests may be addressed onsite with the manager via RTO form
• RTO cannot occur within 14 days of the start date and cannot exceed 7 days
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay; local candidates may be considered at a reduced rate
• Proof of residency documents (lease/mortgage statement and utility bill) required within 48 hours of offer acceptance for local candidates
• Previous perm staff cannot return to the same campus within 24 months, but may return to a different Covenant Health campus after 12 months
• Traveling spouses or family members cannot be assigned to the same unit
• Floating assignments comply with Joint Commission standards, including appropriate orientation to the new unit

American Traveler Job  #P-749139. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.