Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $2,155 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/06/2026
• 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: Sep 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Float Pool M/S Telemetry position requiring 2 years of acute care and travel experience, working nights and every other weekend at a hospital in the greater Boston area.

Details

• Float Pool position requiring willingness to float between 8 different Med/Surg Telemetry units throughout the hospital (Davenport 5, Davenport 7, Davenport 8, Davenport 9, ED, PH6/7, Pingree 4, and Overflow)
• Patient population includes ED border patients, medication nurse duties in the acute mental health unit, and care for non-vented transfer-ready ICU patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is up to 5:1 on days/evenings and up to 6:1 on nights
• Hospital has 371 beds; individual units range from 8 to 41 beds
• Night shift: 19:00–07:30, with 1 to 3 rotations to days/evenings per contract
• Every other weekend required
• 36 hours per week
• EMR: Epic (charting); UKG/Kronos for timekeeping
• Free on-site parking available at this location
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active MA RN license required — no pending or conditional licenses accepted
• BLS and ACLS certifications required — AHA only; no other providers accepted at this facility
• Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital experience in a single location required
• Minimum 2 years of travel nursing experience required
• Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, including measuring intervals and interpreting strips every 4 hours
• Experience with TR Band required
• Ability to manage cardiac drips and read telemetry strips required
• Epic EMR experience required
• 2 professional references required for consideration
• Active MA RN license must be in hand at time of consideration — no pending licenses accepted

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, administration of cardiac drips, and interpretation of telemetry strips every 4 hours
• Flu vaccine is required; no religious or medical exemptions are accepted
• Local candidates residing within 60 miles of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston are eligible to apply
• All certifications must be AHA-accredited only
• Any requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed at the time of consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-713564. 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.