Travel Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in La Jolla, California.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a float pool position within a multi-hospital health system, requiring CA RN licensure and prior travel experience.

• Work in a system-wide float pool covering telemetry units across 5 hospitals
• Care for patients with cardiac, neurological, respiratory, and post-surgical conditions requiring telemetry monitoring
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• Required to work 4 weekend shifts within a 4-week cycle and at least one holiday weekend
• Required to float to like units or lower acuity units at or below skillset, excluding the ED, across the health system
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active CA RN license in hand at time of consideration (Temporary or Permanent, no EMSA)
• Current AHA certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of concurrent experience in telemetry specialty, with at least 1.5 years continuous experience without breaks
• Travel experience required, including 1 year total travel experience and 6+ months of continuous travel experience leading up to consideration
• Epic or combined Epic/Cerner experience within the last 6 months required
• Community hospital experience required
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• One supervisory-level professional reference required
• Valid copies of all required certifications required for consideration

• Provide telemetry nursing care including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Experience with conditions such as CVA, intracranial bleeds, seizure disorders, and traumatic brain injury preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, central/PICC line management, blood product administration, and wound care
• Familiarity with BiPAP/CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, and oxygen administration
• Knowledge of heparin protocols and management of cardiac/vasoactive drips (no titration)
• Maximum 7 days RTO permitted, with no additional RTO requests after consideration
• Must not be a local candidate within 100 miles of San Diego, and those on assignment locally for 9+ months are ineligible
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Former permanent staff or travelers may reapply after a 1-year separation period
• Floating may extend to other campuses or locations depending on organizational needs

American Traveler Job  #P-767401. 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

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.