Travel MS/Tele RN - $1,647 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/25/2026
• 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 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position specializing in cardiac care, requiring prior travel experience and a TX or compact RN license.

Details

• Work on 5 North, a 36 private-room Med/Surg Telemetry unit
• Patient population ranges from young adults to geriatric patients
• Priority admissions include patients requiring medical cardiac care and recovery from cardiac interventions such as cardiac surgery, coronary artery stent placement, and pacemaker implant
• Also admits hemodynamically stable non-procedural cardiac patients
• Patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license required in hand at time of submittal
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Certifications: BLS and NIHSS required, ACLS also required
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Experience with pre/post cardiac catheterization, pre/post cardiac surgery, post cardiac angiogram, post MI care, and sheath removal
• Experience with respiratory care including oxygen administration, nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and heparin protocols
• Experience managing vasoactive drips (no titration) and PCA
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Experience with renal failure and hemodialysis management preferred

Additional Information

• Provide telemetry and cardiac nursing care to patients recovering from cardiac interventions and procedures
• Monitor for and respond to cardiac dysrhythmias and utilize Rapid Response/Code teams as needed
• Candidates residing in Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, or Morris counties will not be considered
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Former staff members must wait one year before returning as a traveler
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Travel pairs or groups are not accepted
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-738450. 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.