Travel Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Telemetry

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/17/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring at least 18 months of experience, telemetry skills, and night shift availability with every other weekend commitment.

• Med/Surg Tele unit in an acute care hospital setting
• Patient population includes primarily medical cases such as COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, COVID-19, chest pain, and small bowel obstruction, with a smaller surgical caseload including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, colectomy, mastectomy, appendectomy, and cholecystectomy
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6
• Telemetry monitoring experience required
• IV start skills required
• Cerner EMR — experience required
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:00–06:30
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital is required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are not accepted for this position
• Indiana-licensed RNs are not eligible for this Med/Surg Tele position per facility policy (IN RN travelers are only permitted in Periop/OR, Allied, and Ambulatory RN roles)
• Former permanent or PRN employees of IU Health must have been separated for at least 12 months before being considered as a traveler
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• RTO of 5 days or fewer may be approved

• Active IN or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current ACLS and BLS required — AHA and RQI formats accepted
• Minimum 18 months to 2 years of RN experience required
• Telemetry experience required
• IV start proficiency required
• Cerner charting experience required
• Nursing degree from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited program required

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-675355. 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.