Travel Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Rancho Mirage, California.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN-Telemetry for a night shift position requiring 2+ years of tele experience, CA RN license, and successful prior travel history.

• MS/Telemetry resource pool position in a teaching hospital setting with residents
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5
• Float required to all areas except L&D/Women's, ED, and Special Procedures
• Patient population includes high Medicare and geriatric patients with multiple comorbidities
• Cares for patients with DM, COPD, cardiovascular disease, hepatic conditions, oncology needs, sepsis, and alcohol withdrawal protocols
• Requires cardiac drip and central line management experience
• Every other weekend coverage required
• May be called off or placed on call once per pay period, with a 60-minute callback requirement if on call
• Uses EPIC charting system
• Navy or white scrubs required

• Active CA RN license required on hand at time of consideration
• Required certifications: BLS, IV Start, Telemetry
• Preferred certifications: ACLS, NIHSS, OCN, PCCN
• Minimum 2 years of strong telemetry experience required; ICU-only experience not accepted
• Experience with at least 3 of 5 cardiac drips required:
  Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Nitro
• Proficiency in EPIC charting required
• Experience with central line care/management required
• Teaching hospital with residents experience highly preferred
• Vascular and oncology experience preferred
• Strong MS/Tele skills required
• Prior successful travel experience required with 0-1 prior cancellations
• Flu vaccine required, with exemptions considered case-by-case
• 2 professional references required, with at least 1 required for consideration

• Provide telemetry and cardiac monitoring care including dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Manage cardiac drips (titration required) and central lines
• Perform respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, and tracheostomy management
• Administer IV therapy, blood products, and manage PICC/peripheral lines
• Implement heparin and IV insulin protocols as needed
• Provide wound care and wound vac management
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position unless candidate has 10+ years of experience in a teaching hospital with residents
• Permanent address must be more than 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted
• RTO should not exceed 7 days and must be submitted with initial profile; no RTO permitted within first two weeks of assignment
• Travelers expected to work every other holiday, with preference for coverage on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve
• Former facility employees must have been separated for 2+ years to be eligible to return as a traveler
• Only one contract extension allowed; time off equal to the combined length of original contract and extension required before returning as a traveler
• Candidates should be flexible with scheduling; block scheduling is rarely granted

American Traveler Job  #P-763348. 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 - Telemetry

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.