Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Telemetry (M/S Tele) night shift position requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and the ability to interpret telemetry strips.

• 37-bed Medical Telemetry unit in an acute care hospital setting
• Primary patient diagnoses include CHF, Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Embolism, and Pneumonia, as well as patients with EtOH and Dementia with cardiac co-morbidities
• Patients are frequently on Cardizem, Nitroglycerin, Lasix, and Heparin drips; NSTEMI, post-pacemaker, and post-cardiac cath lab patients are also cared for on this unit
• Night shift RN-to-patient ratio is 1:5–6;
  Day/Evening shift ratio is 1:4 with a maximum of 1:5
• Patients may be admitted from the ED, transferred from other units, or directly admitted by a physician
• Night shift positions do not rotate between shifts
• Float to applicable units required when census demands
• Charting is done in Epic
• Schedule is nights (19:00–07:30), 36 hours per week, every other weekend required
• 13-week contract

• Active MA RN license required — no pending or conditional licenses accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a single location and 2 years of travel nursing experience required
• Current AHA BLS certification required
• Current Telemetry Certification required
• ACLS certification is optional but preferred
• Must be able to interpret telemetry strips and have knowledge of cardiac drips
• Experience with post-cardiac catheterization and pacemaker care preferred but not required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Flu vaccine required with no religious or medical exemptions
• 2 professional references required for consideration

• All certifications must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Free on-site parking is available at this location
• Candidates with a permanent residence within 60 miles of the facility are considered local and may be subject to a adjusted pay rate
• RTO (requested time off) must be disclosed at the time of consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-730437. 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.