Travel Med-Surg Tele RN - $1,798 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/17/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med-Surg/Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2 years of experience and an active GA or compact RN license.

• Work on a 20-bed Med-Surg/Telemetry unit within a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital
• Care for a diverse patient population including stroke and brain injury patients, post-op surgical patients, and those with acute or chronic disease and co-morbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, infections, CHF, and electrolyte imbalances
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4-6
• 12-hour day shifts (7a-7p), 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation of 6 shifts within a 6-week schedule
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required to all adult med-surg/telemetry units in the facility
• Unit supported by CNAs, unit secretary, charge nurse, resource/discharge nurses, 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Central Telemetry Unit monitors cardiac telemetry
• Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors

• Active RN license (GA or Compact) required
• BLS and BCR (basic cardiac rhythm) certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Medical-Surgical national certification preferred but not required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Strong clinical assessment and med-surg nursing skills suited for a Level 1 Trauma hospital
• Experience with trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, glucomander, insulin drips, and heparin drips required
• Experience with IV insertion/care, central line management, wound care, and post-op monitoring required
• Cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation skills required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• One professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

• Provide med-surg and telemetry nursing care including discharge planning, patient education, and care coordination with interdisciplinary teams, particularly on renal and fluid management
• Facility is a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center designations
• Unit culture is described as busy but team-oriented
• Orientation includes 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Scrub color required:
  Navy for RNs
• Free parking available on campus, with paid parking deck options
• Travelers will work approximately 75% of holidays
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local GA candidates accepted with no radius rule and same pay rate as travelers
• Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position there

American Traveler Job  #P-717398. 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.