Travel Med Surg Neuro Telemetry 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:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg
- Neuro RN with at least 2 years of experience and 2 completed travel contracts for a night shift hospital position requiring NC or compact RN licensure.

• Medical Surgical
  - Neuro unit caring primarily for stroke patients, along with neurosurgery and other neuro diagnoses such as epilepsy, traumatic and non-traumatic subdural hematomas
• Unit includes a 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), with training provided for travelers only if needed
• 42 daily census with 43 rooms/beds
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45-07:15)
• Contract lengths of 13-26 weeks accepted
• 36 or 48 hours per week accepted
• Every other weekend work required
• Floating required to other MS/Tele areas, which may include COVID care units
• Frequent floating may be required based on unit needs
• Uses Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR charting systems

• Active RN license (NC or Compact)
• Current BLS, NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year of direct Med/Surg experience (not Med/Surg Tele) in work history
• Must have at least 2 successful travel contracts completed prior to applying
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills required:
  
  IV starts, telemetry, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and Med/Surg neuro experience
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Provide Med/Surg nursing care to neurological patients including stroke, neurosurgery, epilepsy, and traumatic/non-traumatic brain injury cases
• Unit orientation is 36 hours
• Navy scrubs required
• First-time travelers will not be accepted for this position
• Local candidates accepted at a lower rate within 50 miles of the facility
• Former Novant Health or New Hanover PERM/PRN/EP employees must wait 12 months before applying, with facility approval required
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved if it doesn't fall on a holiday; additional RTO requires facility approval and is not allowed during the first week
• If RTO falls on a scheduled weekend, missed shifts must be made up at the end of the contract
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Travel pairs are allowed if on different units and disclosed at submission
• Preferred scheduling type is used for this unit

American Traveler Job  #P-765346. 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
- Neuro

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.