Travel Med Surg Tele RN

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:
  
  11/23/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• Admission Discharge Transition Unit at a 637-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations
• 16-bed unit with average census of 16 patients
• Patient population includes chest pain, syncope, abdominal pain, cellulitis, COPD exacerbation, heart failure, dehydration, hypertension, diabetes, POD#1 patients, simple trauma, MVC, and falls, as well as ER overflow patients awaiting inpatient admission
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4-6, LPN 1:4-6, with 1-2 CNAs per shift
• 12-hour night shifts, 7P-7A, 36 hours per week on a 6-week schedule
• Weekend rotation of 5-6 shifts out of 12 on a 6-week schedule
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to all adult med surg/telemetry units in house
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors
• Unit equipment includes VS3 vital sign monitors, Nova Glucose Stat Strips, Dynamapp portable vital sign monitors, bladder scanners, PCA pumps, and suction machines

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Associate's degree in nursing at minimum
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience required
• Experience with trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, Glucommander, and insulin drip management required
• Strong clinical assessment, cardiac monitoring and interpretation, and time management skills required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Provide direct patient care including IV insertion and maintenance, cardiac monitoring, and discharge planning
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams including CNAs, unit secretaries, charge nurses, resource nurses, respiratory therapists, hospitalists, and intensivists available 24/7
• Central telemetry monitoring team supports cardiac monitoring needs
• PICC team available, though no dedicated IV team on the unit
• Unit culture described as busy but team-oriented with high patient turnover
• Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) test completed during onboarding
• Orientation includes 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Scrub color requirement:
  Navy for RNs
• Free parking available around campus
• Work approximately 75% of major holidays on a rotating basis
• RTO requests subject to manager approval
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• No radius rule for local GA candidates; same pay rate applies
• Candidates must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position

American Traveler Job  #P-772837. 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.