Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN - General Medicine & Behavioral Health - $1,792 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center, covering a dual-unit assignment across general medicine and a locked behavioral health unit.

Details

• Work setting is a 885-bed Level 1 Trauma academic medical center and teaching hospital with a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
• Assignment covers two units: Unit A (General Medicine) and Unit B (locked Behavioral Health)
• Unit A patient population includes DM, GI, respiratory, renal, wounds/dressing changes, and observation patients with a goal LOS under 24 hours
• Unit B patient population includes all BH diagnoses, dementia/memory care, developmental delays, and SI
• Patient ratios: Unit A RN 1:6; Unit B RN 1:5
• Centralized telemetry monitoring is used for telemetry oversight
• Common procedures include chest tubes, trachs, PIV starts, drains and tubes, and PCA pumps
• Drip management includes Amiodarone (occasional), Fentanyl PCA, Ketamine PCA, Dilaudid PCA, and Heparin
• EMR is Epic; experience with Epic is expected
• IV pump: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell
• Schedule is 12-hour day shifts (0700-1900), 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Floating required to: 8 Reynolds, 8 North, ACE, 9 Ardmore, 10 Ardmore, 8 North-B, and 8 Ardmore
• No on-call or call-back requirements

Requirements

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Required certifications for Unit A: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Required certifications for Unit B: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and CPI (CPI can be obtained on site)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience; most recent experience must be within the last year
• Med/Surg Tele unit specialty experience required
• Comfort and competency to work across both Unit A (General Medicine) and Unit B (Behavioral Health) as needed
• Experience reading and interpreting telemetry strips required
• Proficiency with chest tubes, trachs, PIV starts, drains and tubes, and PCA pump management
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to tolerate moderate to high stress levels
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• Provide direct and indirect patient care across general medicine and behavioral health patient populations
• Department support includes CNAs, Receptionist/HUC, Charge Nurse, Phlebotomy, Rapid Response Team, RT (24/7), Hospitalist (24/7), Intensivist (24/7), and Security on Unit B (24/7)
• Mental Health Technicians (MHT) are present on Unit B 24/7
• Orientation includes new employee orientation (NEO) plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Free employee parking is available on site
• Unit culture is described as patient-centered, highly reliable, and team-oriented
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Former employees must have been separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after a permanent position before being considered
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-729888. 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 - 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.