Travel Med Surg Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/17/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift position requiring CA RN licensure, BSN, and teaching hospital experience in a Trauma Level I/II setting.

• Work in the Med/Surg Tele unit of a teaching hospital
• Orthopedic and surgical patient population including ortho trauma and total joint replacement cases
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Uses Phillips telemetry monitoring system
• Charting completed in Cerner
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Floating required to other UCSF facilities within a 75+ mile radius if qualified

• Active CA RN license required at time of submission
• BSN required
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg and Tele experience required
• Surgical orthopedic experience required
• Prior charge nurse experience required
• Teaching hospital experience required and must be noted in employment history
• Community hospital experience required
• Trauma Level I and Level II experience required
• Cerner charting experience required
• Experience with Phillips telemetry monitoring system required
• Prior travel experience within the last 12 months required
• Ortho experience preferred
• Acute care nursing experience preferred
• PCRN or CCRN certification preferred
• Critical care experience preferred
• LTAC experience preferred
• Prior teaching hospital experience preferred
• Two professional references from most recent employer required for consideration
• Proof of COVID vaccination and booster required, or proof of scheduled booster appointment prior to start date

• Provide nursing care to Med/Surg and orthopedic patients, including pre/post total joint replacement and ortho trauma cases
• Perform telemetry monitoring both on-unit and remote
• Manage wound care, drains, and peripheral nerve block catheters
• Administer IV therapy, blood products, and manage central/PICC lines
• Support rapid response and code teams as needed
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Prior employment history with any University of California medical facility or acquired facilities must be disclosed for a rehire eligibility check
• All RTO must be disclosed and approved by the manager at time of offer; no additional requests accepted mid-contract
• RTO is not permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment
• Completion of non-billable training modules required during pre-start and annually

American Traveler Job  #P-771213. 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 - 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.