American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Albemarle, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position with strong Med/Tele skills and the flexibility to float within a multi-hospital region.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 27-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit within a hospital setting
- Patient population includes stroke, COPD, chest pain, altered mental status, and GI bleed
- RN patient ratio is 1:5 with average daily census of 20 patients
- Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Philips monitors
- Shifts are 1900-0700 (12-hour nights) with every other weekend rotation
- No on-call requirements
- Travelers will work 75% of holidays
- Floating required within all facilities in the designated region and within scope of practice
- Mid-shift floating between facilities is compensated and on the clock
- Primary responsibilities include care coordination, medication administration, and monitoring of telemetry patients
- Support staff includes CNAs (certified for certain procedures), 24/7 charge nurse, phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, and hospitalists
- Telemetry monitoring techs available
- Positive and team-driven unit culture
- Orientation includes facility onboarding and 2 days of departmental training
- Navy blue scrubs are required
- Free parking provided
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the home unit to be eligible
- Up to 6 days of requested time off can be approved (excluding holidays), with contract extension required for unworked hours
- Not preferred for first-time travelers, but will consider Resource Team candidates
Requirements
- Active RN license (Standard or Compact) required and in hand
- Minimum of 18 months Med/Tele experience required
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Proficiency in general Med/Tele skills including stroke assessment, cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tube management, trach care, PIV starts, NGT placement, drain/tube management, and PCA pumps
- Experience managing cardiac drips, heparin, blood products, and IV fluids
- Epic EMR experience preferred
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-603931. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele
About American Traveler
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.
