Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

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:
  
  ASAP
• 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 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN for a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience and GA or compact RN licensure.

• Works on a 35-bed Med/Surg-Telemetry unit within a 637-bed Level 1 Trauma, teaching, chest pain, and stroke center
• Cares for patients with acute or chronic disease, post-op surgeries, and comorbidities 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/week
• Weekend rotation requires 6 shifts in a 6-week period
• Floats to all adult med-surg/telemetry units in the hospital
• Unit supported by CNAs, unit secretaries, charge nurses, resource/discharge nurses, PICC team, and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors
• Utilizes VS3 and Dynamap vital sign monitors, cardiac telemetry, bladder scanners, Glucommander, PCA pumps, and suction machines

• Active RN license (GA or Compact) required
• BLS certification required
• Must pass a Basic Cardiac Rhythm (EKG) competency exam
• ACLS and Medical-Surgical national certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Skilled in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, insulin and heparin drip titration, central line management, and wound care
• Strong clinical assessment skills suited for a Level 1 Trauma hospital setting
• Epic EMR experience required
• Last 4 of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Responsible for cardiac monitoring, telemetry interpretation, IV insertion and care, discharge planning, and patient education
• Coordinates care with interdisciplinary teams in a busy but team-oriented unit culture
• Orientation includes 1 day of facility-level education modules and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Must work one day during each major holiday period, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
• Scrub color requirement:
  Navy for RNs
• Free parking available on campus
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local 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

American Traveler Job  #P-756038. 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.