Travel Med Surg Tele RN - $2,925 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Potsdam, New York.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/08/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a 13-week assignment requiring at least 1 year of experience, EPIC proficiency, and an active NY RN license.

• Work in the Med/Surg Tele unit of a hospital that is a Certified Stroke Center
• Unit may function as PCU or Med/Surg Tele, with priority given to PCU-trained candidates
• Average daily census of 23 with 3 visits per day across 17 rooms and 30 beds
• Patient ratios are 1:5 on days and 1:6 on nights
• Patient population includes cardiac, respiratory, COVID/infectious disease, pre- and post-operative, endocrine, and CVA diagnoses
• Day shift schedule, 4x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend coverage required
• Floating required to sister units, including West 2, West 3, and the Observation unit
• EPIC EMR experience required

• Active NY RN license required in hand
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• EPIC charting experience required
• Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy, port access, blood product administration, and PICC/peripheral line management
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with CVA and seizure disorder care, isolation precautions/PPE, wound care, and IV insulin protocols

• Provide direct nursing care to a med/surg-tele patient population within a stroke center setting
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be considered for this position
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates with more than 10 days of requested time off will not be considered
• Previous staff must have completed at least 6 months since their last assignment system-wide to be eligible for rehire

American Traveler Job  #P-745983. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.