Travel Med Surg​/Tele RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring prior travel experience and TN or compact RN licensure.

• Med/Surg Tele unit within a short-term acute care, Level I Trauma Center hospital
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Team nursing model with an effective ratio of 1:6-7 (RN caseload split with LPN and Med Nurse)
• On-call and weekend shifts required as needed
• Weekend block scheduling may be considered, to be discussed at interview
• May float between like units and campuses within a 20-mile radius

• Active RN license in TN or compact RN license compliant with NLC guidelines
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Tele experience required, 3+ years preferred
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Large hospital experience required
• At least 1 completed prior travel assignment required (first-time travelers considered only with 5+ years of specialty experience)
• ADN accepted for this position
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Chemo administration and conscious sedation skills preferred
• IV start skills required
• Driver's license copy required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care within a team nursing model on a Med/Surg Tele unit
• Holiday coverage required: if Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's all fall within the assignment, must work 2 of the 3; if 2 holidays fall within the assignment, must work at least 1
• Local candidates must reside at least 100 miles from the facility to be considered
• Former permanent staff or travelers must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning
• All requested time off must be submitted at time of consideration, as RTO submitted after an offer will not be honored
• Vaccination status must be disclosed for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-756832. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.