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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a 13-week day shift assignment requiring 2+ years of recent specialty experience and prior travel assignment history.

• MS/Tele unit in a hospital setting
• Day shift, 4x12 hours, 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
• Team nursing model with patient ratios of 1:6-7, supported by PCC and LPN staff
• On-call and weekend coverage as needed
• Weekend block scheduling may be considered, to be discussed during interview
• Floating required between like units and campuses within a 20-mile radius

• Active RN license (TN or compact) in compliance with NLC guidelines, no pending licensure accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Tele experience required, 3+ years preferred
• ADN accepted
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Level I or Level II Trauma experience required
• Large hospital experience preferred
• Cerner/Epic charting experience preferred
• At least one prior travel assignment required, no first-time travelers accepted
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Vaccination status required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care for Med/Surg Tele patients including IV therapy, central line care, blood product administration, and PICC line management
• Perform respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, tracheostomy care, and oxygen administration
• Manage cardiac monitoring, telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation, and respond with Rapid Response/Code teams as needed
• Administer medications including Heparin, Insulin, PCA, and cardiac drips (no titration)
• Care for patients with CVA, substance withdrawal, renal failure, and post-neurosurgery conditions
• Perform wound care/wound vac management and maintain isolation precautions/PPE
• Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility, no local candidates accepted under this strict radius rule
• Holiday coverage required: if Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's all fall within the assignment, must work 2 of 3; if only 2 holidays fall within the assignment, must work at least 1
• 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 application, as post-offer RTO requests will not be honored

American Traveler Job  #P-756834. 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.