Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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:
  
  May 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med-Surg Telemetry RN for a night shift role requiring at least 1 year of tele experience and NIHSS certification.

• Medical-surgical telemetry unit with 32 beds
• Patient population includes med/med-tele patients and those with developmental delays
• Patient ratios vary: days 1:5-1:6, nights 1:6-1:7 (not guaranteed)
• Uses tele monitors, lift equipment, IV pumps, and tube feeding pumps
• Epic EMR used
• Night shift, 7:00 PM-7:00 AM
• Weekend hours as required by facility
• No call requirements
• Rotational floating required
• Night shift staff orient on day shift and must be available for the entire orientation week
• Black scrubs required

• Active RN license eligible for or currently licensed in Missouri, or compact RN license
• BLS certification from AHA required
• NIHSS certification required (may start without it but must obtain prior to start)
• Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient tele experience required
• Experience and competence in drug titration required
• No employment gaps of 90+ days within the past 12 months

• Provide direct patient care for post-trauma, surgical, and medical comorbidity patients using the full nursing process
• Coordinate care with ancillary departments and evaluate care provided by other caregivers
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality in accordance with facility mission and values
• Physical demands include standing/walking most of shift, frequent bending, lifting, and turning patients, and pushing/pulling/gripping up to 50 lbs
• High risk exposure to blood and body fluids
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1, with no declinations accepted
• Up to 5 days of RTO allowed but must be made up during the assignment; RTO not approved in first week
• Only 1 holiday RTO request permitted per assignment
• Local candidates accepted, though local bill rate is reduced
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before requiring a 1-year break or transfer to a facility outside the radius

American Traveler Job  #P-710142. 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 - 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.