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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position on a 12-hour night shift requiring 18 months of Med/Tele RN experience and a NC or compact RN license.

• 32-bed Med/Surg Tele unit within a 241-bed Level 3 Trauma teaching-affiliated hospital that is a Certified Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
• Patient population includes stroke, respiratory illness (Flu/Pneumonia/COVID), renal failure, peritoneal dialysis, and wound care cases
• RN patient ratio of 1:5-6, with surge ratios up to 1:7-8
• 12-hour night shift schedule ), 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• Low census call possible, with call-back up to 3a for nights and 3p for days
• Floating required within Region 3 (Cleveland, Kings Mtn, Lincoln, Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) within scope of practice
• Epic EMR used
• Unit uses virtual nursing technology (VNO) with 10 cameras for med witnessing, monitoring, and admission/discharge support

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Tele RN experience required
• Core Med/Tele skills required including cardiac rhythm interpretation, non-titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem/Amiodarone), wound care, drain/tube management, PIV starts, and central line management
• Last 4 of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Provide direct patient care within a collaborative, patient-centered unit supported by CNAs, charge nurses, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Telemetry monitoring support available via dedicated telemetry techs
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers expected to work 75% of holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays, with any shortfall added to the end of the contract
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking available
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Previous employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position

American Traveler Job  #P-729389. 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.