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:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 26, 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 at least 1 year of experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

• Work on a 4A Med/Surg overflow unit at an 885-bed Level 1 Trauma academic medical center
• 8-bed unit with an average daily census of 8 patients
• Patient population includes general medical cases such as cardiac, pneumonia, UTI, chest pain, and fluid overload
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4 and CNA ratio of 1:8
• 12-hour day shifts from , 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend 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
• Telemetry monitors present on the unit; RN responsible for reading and interpreting cardiac rhythm strips during shift
• EMR:
  Epic
• IV pumps:
  Alaris; medication dispensing via Omnicell

• Active RN license, NC or compact, required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent core experience in Med/Surg Tele required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Travel experience preferred
• Experience with PCA, surgical drains, wound care, and telemetry/cardiac rhythm interpretation required
• Comfort with Cardizem/Amiodarone drips required, or willingness to learn if not yet experienced
• Epic EMR experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• At least 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Provide direct nursing care on a busy Med/Surg overflow unit within an academic medical center known for a friendly, collaborative culture
• Support includes CNAs for vitals and ADLs, a receptionist/HUC, a largely floating charge nurse, phlebotomy for peripheral blood draws, and 24/7 respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• RNs are responsible for starting their own IVs, as no dedicated IV/VAT team is available
• Orientation includes facility-wide NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Clinical interview required prior to placement
• Travelers expected to work 75% of holidays
• Royal blue scrubs required; free parking provided
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible, as local candidates are not accepted
• Previous employees must have been separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position before reapplying

American Traveler Job  #P-762286. 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.