Travel Med Surg Tele RN
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Travel Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Winchester, Kentucky.
Job Description & Requirements- 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 an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring 2+ years of experience and a KY or compact RN license.
Details- Community hospital Medical Surgical Combination unit with 36 beds
- Patient population ranges from age 18 to geriatric
- Specialty focus on Med/Surg Tele with common diagnoses including Total Joint Replacement, General Surgery, COPD, Diabetes, Dementia, Dialysis, Stroke, NSTEMI, CHF, and A-Fib
- Patient ratios of 5:1 and 6:1 with high volume of admissions and discharges on day shift
- Uses Baxter IV pumps, Omnicell, JP Drains, Hemovac Drains, and Med Host EHR
- Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
- Every other weekend required
- Float to step-down Med/Surg as needed
- Active KY or compact RN license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required
- Minimum 2+ years of RN experience required
- ADN or BSN required
- Experience with IVs, NG tubes, PICC and central line care, catheter care required
- Post-op surgical care experience for general surgery, total knee and hip replacement, hernia repair, and colectomy required
- Preferred experience with foley catheters, IV insertion, telemetry, tube feeding, and stroke care
- Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
- Provide direct patient care including ostomy care, NG tube management, tube feeding, and PEG tube care
- Team-oriented, fast-paced environment requiring strong communication skills and self-starter attitude
- Navy and black scrubs required; casual wear and Crocs not permitted
- Candidates must live 60 miles or greater from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate
- Travelers cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months
- Cannot be employed elsewhere full time while on assignment
American Traveler Job #P-770241. 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
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.
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