Travel Med Surg Tele RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma academic medical center, requiring 1 year of experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

• Work on a Medical/Surgical Overflow unit (4A) within an academic medical center
• 8-bed unit with an average daily census of 8 patients
• Patient population includes general medical cases along with cardiac, pneumonia, UTI, chest pain, and fluid overload diagnoses
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4 and CNA to patient ratio of 1:8
• Telemetry monitors are used on the unit; RNs are responsible for reading and interpreting cardiac rhythm strips during their shift
• No cardiac monitors are located in patient rooms
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Omnicell medication dispensing systems
• 12-hour day shifts scheduled from , totaling 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend (EOW) rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required to Rehab, 4 Ardmore, 10 Reynolds, 9 Reynolds, 5 Ardmore, Burn-10 North, and Throughput Unit
• 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalist, and Intensivist support available
• Peripheral blood draws performed by phlebotomy team; RNs start their own IVs

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent core Med/Surg Tele experience required within the last year
• Experience with PCA management, surgical drains, wound care, and telemetry/cardiac rhythm interpretation required
• Cardizem/Amiodarone drip experience preferred but not required if willing to learn
• Epic EMR experience required
• Travel experience preferred
• Last 4 digits 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 medical/surgical and telemetry nursing care including wound care, PCA management, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Work alongside CNA support for vital signs, blood glucose checks, hourly safety rounds, and ADLs
• Charge nurse is typically free-floating with occasional full patient assignments
• Unit is supported by a receptionist/HUC
• Clinical interviewing required prior to placement
• Travelers will be required to work 75% of holidays
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Scrub color required:
  Royal Blue
• Free parking available
• Unit culture is described as friendly and reflective of an academic medical center environment
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, as local candidates are not accepted
• Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position

American Traveler Job  #P-731872. 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 - 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.