Travel MS​/Tele Float RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Los Angeles, California.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Float Pool RN with telemetry and total joint ortho experience for a 13-week day shift assignment requiring an active CA RN license.

• MS/Tele Float unit within a hospital setting, floating to Med-Surg as needed
• 36-bed unit with an average census of 36 and 1:4 patient ratios
• Patient population ranges from adolescents to geriatrics
• Receives general medical-surgical patients along with a moderate volume of orthopedic surgical cases, including total joint replacements
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Every other weekend coverage required
• No on-call requirements
• Allscripts charting experience preferred

• Active California RN license required
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience required, including at least 2 years of telemetry experience
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Total joint ortho experience required
• Must be able to read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with telemetry monitoring (on-unit and remote)
• Proficient in use of Rapid Response Teams
• Cardiovascular care experience including pre/post cardiac cath, cardiac surgery, and post-MI care
• IV therapy and phlebotomy skills including blood product administration, central line and PICC line care, and starting IVs
• Experience managing Heparin protocols and cardiac/vasoactive drips (no titration)
• Respiratory and thoracic skills including chest tube management, CPAP/BIPAP, HFNC, and tracheostomy care
• References and required certifications must be submitted for consideration

• Provide telemetry-based nursing care to a mixed medical-surgical and orthopedic patient population
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Facility is smoke and nicotine-free; candidates must arrive free of tobacco odor
• Advanced EKG exam required prior to start, including a rhythm strip assessment with an 80% minimum passing score
• Required clinical and non-clinical training modules must be completed prior to start
• No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment, and all time-off requests must be finalized at submission
• First-time travelers will not be considered
• Local candidates accepted at the travel rate
• Returning staff evaluated on a case-by-case basis

American Traveler Job  #P-774546. 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 Float Pool

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.