Travel MS​/Tele RN

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:
  
  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 at least one prior travel contract and a TX or compact RN license in hand.

• Med/Surg Tele unit within a short-term acute care hospital with a Level II Trauma Center
• 1:5 patient ratio
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:00)
• Floating between units required
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active TX or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience required
• At least one prior travel contract required (seasoned traveler)
• Epic charting system experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, feeding tube care, and cardiac monitoring/dysrhythmia management
• Experience with telemetry monitoring and rapid response/code team protocols
• 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care to Med/Surg Tele patients including telemetry monitoring, IV therapy, and wound care
• May be required to float between sister facilities near the contracted location
• Dress code requires solid navy blue uniforms or scrubs for licensed nursing staff
• Must commit to working 3 of 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; post-offer RTO requests may not be granted
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
• Former permanent employees may return as travelers after a 3-month wait and must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position given the seasoned traveler requirement

American Traveler Job  #P-753133. 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 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.