Travel Med Surg Telemetry 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:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring recent acute care experience and prior travel assignment history.

• Med/Surg Tele unit in a short-term acute care, Level I Trauma Center hospital
• Day shift, 4x12-hour schedule (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
• Team nursing model with patient ratio of approximately 1:6-7, splitting caseload between RNs, LPN, and Med Nurse
• Weekend coverage required as needed
• On-call required as needed
• Weekend block scheduling may be considered, to be discussed during interview
• Floating may occur between like units and campuses within a 20-mile radius, though cross-campus floating is rare

• Active RN license in the state or compact RN license compliant with NLC guidelines (TN or compact license required)
• 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 prior completed travel assignment required
• ADN accepted for this position
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Experience with IV therapy, central line and peripheral line care, blood product administration, and phlebotomy
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, tracheostomy care, and oxygen administration
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and telemetry remote monitoring
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Driver's license copy required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care for medical-surgical and telemetry patients, including cardiovascular, renal, and post-surgical cases
• If Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's all fall within the assignment, must be willing to work 2 of the 3 holidays; if only 2 holidays fall within the assignment, must work at least 1
• Former permanent staff must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Former travelers who completed a full-year assignment must wait 1 full year before returning
• First-time travelers are not accepted; candidates must have at least 1 prior completed travel assignment unless they have 5+ years of specialty experience
• Local candidates not accepted; must live at least 100 miles from the facility
• Vaccination status must be provided for consideration
• Candidates with certifications expiring during the assignment must provide a documented renewal plan

American Traveler Job  #P-751621. 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.