Travel MS​/Telemetry RN - $1,894 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN for a Level II Trauma Center, requiring at least one prior travel contract and a TX or compact RN license.

• Works in the Med/Surg Telemetry (MS/Tele) unit of a short-term acute care hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Day shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts weekly from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• Floating between units and sister facilities may be required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Uses Epic EMR system

• Active TX or compact RN license required, must be in hand at time of submission
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience required
• At least one prior travel contract required (seasoned traveler)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Telemetry monitoring experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and line management (central, peripheral, PICC)
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with respiratory support including oxygen administration and high flow nasal cannula
• Wound care and isolation precaution/PPE knowledge preferred
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required

• Provide direct patient care within a Level II Trauma Center setting
• Collaborate with rapid response and code teams as needed
• Must comply with department dress code: solid navy blue scrubs or uniforms for licensed nursing staff
• Free parking available in designated employee/visitor lots
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront prior to offer; minimal RTO preferred
• Local candidates accepted at standard bill rate within a 50-mile radius
• Former Providence facility employees may return as travelers only after a 3-month waiting period and if living outside a 50-mile radius
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-747363. 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.