Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse

Job Description & Requirements

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

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a telemetry position requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience with strong cardiac skills, including dysrhythmia interpretation and cardiac drip management.

• Work setting is a hospital telemetry unit caring for cardiac patients
• Patient population includes those with congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and post-cardiac cath diagnoses
• Specialized procedures include sheath pulls, TR bands, Femstop, cardiac drip titration (Dobutamine, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Milrinone, Dopamine), and cardiac monitoring
• Patient ratio is 1:6-7
• 12-hour night shifts, 18:45–07:15
• 36-hour workweek
• Requires working 5–6 weekend shifts per contract (approximately every other weekend)
• Floating is required as needed and may occur every shift, including to affiliate hospitals nearby
• EMR:
  Epic (experience required);
  Pyxis for medication dispensing; SBAR for communication
• Self-scheduling per unit needs
• Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Unit orientation is 24 hours
• Navy scrubs required; not provided by the facility
• Candidate must work 2 out of 3 major holidays; RTO is not approved during holidays
• No RTO is permitted during the first week of assignment due to orientation
• Any previous permanent, PRN, or EP staff employee of this health system must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler; facility rehire approval is required
• Clinicians currently working a travel per diem role at this health system are ineligible for a travel assignment simultaneously
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility will be offered a local pay rate
• Travel pairs are allowed but must be submitted for and work on different units
• 13- to 26-week contracts are accepted
• Nurse Manager interview is required prior to offer finalization

• Active NC or Compact RN license required in hand at time of start
• Current certifications required: BLS and ACLS
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, with strong cardiac background
• Telemetry and PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown experience required
• Experience with interpretation of dysrhythmias and remote monitoring required
• Experience with Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Pre/Post Cardiac Surgery, and sheath removal required
• Experience with port access, blood product administration, central line and PICC line management required
• Experience titrating cardiac drips including Diltiazem and Amiodarone required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Candidate must be comfortable floating with no restrictions or special requests
• Must pass an EKG test prior to start
• Two manager/supervisor references from within the past 12 months required at time of start
• Charge nurse experience preferred

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-674792. 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.