Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / 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 a Med/Surg Tele RN for a Level 3 Trauma hospital, requiring NC/compact RN licensure and at least 18 months of Med/Tele nursing experience.

• 241-bed Level 3 Trauma hospital with a Certified Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
• 32-bed Med/Surg Tele unit with average census of 28
• Patient population includes total joint replacements, colon resections, gallbladder and appendectomy cases, amputations, hip fractures, SBO, NG tubes, and medical overflow
• RN ratios of 1:4-6 days and 1:5-6 nights, with surge ratios up to 1:7-8
• 12-hour night shift schedule, 36 hours per week )
• Weekend rotation every other weekend on a 6-week schedule cycle
• Possible low census call back, up to 3a for nights and 3p for days
• Required to float within Region 3 (Cleveland, Kings Mtn, Lincoln, Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) as needed within scope of practice
• Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Tele RN experience required
• Core skills include cardiac rhythm interpretation, non-titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem/Amiodarone), wound care, drain/tube management, PIV starts, and central line management
• At least one professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

• Support staff includes CNAs, unit receptionists/HUCs, charge nurses, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Telemetry monitoring and tech support available on the unit
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers expected to work 75% of designated holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays, with any unmet contracted hours added to the end of the assignment
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking available on site
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for traveler placement
• Previous employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-721474. 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.