American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Macon, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position requiring a GA or compact RN license and strong med/tele skills.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a hospital setting with Level 1 Trauma and teaching designation
- Care is provided on med/surg and telemetry units with a float pool requirement across all med/tele units
- Typical patient ratio is 1:4-6 RN, with LPN and CNA support as needed
- Day shifts are 12 hours long, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with a 36-hour weekly option
- Weekend rotation is 3 weekends within a 6-week schedule
- Holiday coverage required including select dates for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year holidays
- No on-call or call back responsibilities
- EMR is Epic; Alaris pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Philips monitors are used
- Role involves caring for diverse inpatient med/surg and telemetry populations
- Daily responsibilities include hands-on skill utilization such as CVL draws and common drip management
- CNA, unit secretary, charge nurse, resource nurse, PICC team, and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist support are available
- Initial orientation includes one day facility onboarding with educational modules and two days departmental orientation
- RN scrub color is navy
- Free parking available on campus, with paid parking options in decks
- Unit culture is described as busy and highly team-oriented
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Requirements
- Active GA or compact RN license required
- Minimum of 2 years of recent med/surg telemetry RN experience required
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification preferred; must pass EKG competency exam during onboarding
- Experience with trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, and glucometer use required
- Experience administering insulin and heparin drips, and titrating drips to HR
- Comfortable floating to all med/surg and tele units as needed
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-631653. 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.
