Travel MS​/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:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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 an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN with Neuro/Stroke experience for a night shift role requiring at least two prior travel contracts and a NC or compact RN license.

• Med/Surg Tele unit specializing in Stroke, Neurosurgery, and other Neuro diagnoses such as Epilepsy and Traumatic/non-traumatic subdural hematomas
• 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) on the floor, though travelers are not typically trained for EMU duties
• 42 daily census with 43 total rooms/beds
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45-07:15)
• Contract lengths of 13-26 weeks accepted
• Options for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend work required, with make-up shifts required for missed weekend shifts
• Floating required to other MS/Tele areas, which may include COVID care units
• Uses Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR systems

• Active RN license (NC or Compact), pending license accepted at time of submission
• BLS and 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) and 1 year of Med/Surg Tele, Tele, or PCU experience
• Must have completed at least 2 successful prior travel contracts
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and cardiac monitoring with emergency response
• Experience with CVA, intracranial bleeds, seizure disorders, and substance withdrawal preferred
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips; titration experience preferred
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Provide direct patient care for stroke, neurosurgical, and other neurological diagnoses within a Med/Surg Tele unit
• 36-hour unit orientation provided, with weekly orientation scheduling
• Navy scrubs required
• Pre-start learning modules required (approximately 8-10 hours for acute care roles), completed online via Chrome or Edge, with annual renewal
• Travel pairs are allowed if assigned to different units and disclosed at submission
• RTO of 7 days or less can be auto-approved if it does not fall on a holiday; additional RTO requires facility approval and is not permitted during the first week of assignment
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower pay rate
• Previous PERM/PRN/EP employees of Novant Health or New Hanover must wait 12 months before applying and disclose prior employment details
• Current travel or per diem clinicians at the facility must choose one assignment type and cannot hold both simultaneously
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-765345. 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.