Travel Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Telemetry RN for a 13-week assignment requiring 2+ years of tele/step-down experience and travel nursing experience.

• Work in the Telemetry/Step-Down unit of a Magnet-designated, teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5
• Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM-7:30 PM)
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• Uses Epic charting system
• Utilizes cardiac drips and EKG monitoring

• Active MO or compact RN license required (submission without license accepted, but license must be in hand and match permanent residence for compact)
• Current certifications: ACLS and BLS
• Minimum 2 years of telemetry/step-down experience required (dedicated PCU experience not required)
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skilled in EKG interpretation and management of cardiac drips (non-titrating)
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Proficient in IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, and blood product administration
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and oxygen administration
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management

• Provide telemetry-level nursing care including cardiac monitoring, drip management, and dysrhythmia recognition and response
• Responsible for wound care, IV insulin protocols, and pre/post cardiac cath and cardiac surgery care
• Support patients with renal, gastrointestinal, and substance withdrawal needs as part of comprehensive unit care
• Scrub color required:
  Navy Blue
• Must be able to accommodate facial hair requirements for proper respirator fit testing, or be willing to shave
• Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment
• Standard travelers may work at the facility for up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break in service
• Permanent employees within the BJC or Saint Luke's system must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler to any BJC facility
• Contract length is firm with no accommodations for block scheduling

American Traveler Job  #P-739540. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.