Travel Telemetry RN - $2,232 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a night shift Acute Telemetry position in Alexandria, LA, requiring AHA BLS and ACLS certifications and experience with cardiac patient populations.

Details

• Acute Telemetry unit in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes MI, CHF, arrhythmias, PVD, and med/surg overflow
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 5:1, occasionally 6:1
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required when needed
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active LA or compact RN license required
• Current AHA BLS certification required
• Current AHA ACLS certification required
• 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred
• BSN preferred

Additional Information

• Provides routine and complex nursing care including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients
• Administers medications and treatments per protocol and monitors for side effects and effectiveness
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided
• Educates patients, family members, and caregivers and identifies appropriate resources
• New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member with competency validation completed during onboarding
• All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates
• Temp-to-perm conversion is a possibility
• SSN required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-717133. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry

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.