Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $1,765 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: 08/31/2026
• 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: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele unit requiring a NC or Compact license and prior travel nursing experience with direct Med/Surg background.

Details

• MS/Tele unit in a hospital setting with a 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU)
• 42 daily census with 43 rooms/beds
• Patient population primarily includes Stroke, Neurosurgery, and Neuro diagnoses such as Epilepsy, Traumatic and non-traumatic subdural hematomas
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts (3x12), 18:45-7:15
• Contracts accepted for 13-26 weeks with options for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend work required
• Floating required to other MS/Tele areas, which may include COVID care units
• Uses PYXIS, EPIC, and SBAR charting systems
• Unit orientation is 36 hours

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required, pending license accepted at submission
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with at least 1 year of direct Med/Surg experience required
• Must have completed at least 2 successful prior travel contracts (first-time travelers not accepted)
• Required certifications: BLS, NIHSS
• ACLS preferred but not required
• Stepdown/PCU experience preferred
• Skills required: IV Start and Telemetry, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, Med/Surg neuro experience
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required (pending references accepted at submission)

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care for Stroke, Neurosurgery, and other Neuro diagnoses including Epilepsy and subdural hematomas
• EMU training is provided by the unit and typically does not affect travelers unless previously trained
• Navy scrubs required
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower rate
• Previous Novant Health or New Hanover PERM/PRN/EP employees must wait 12 months before applying and must disclose facility name and dates of employment for approval
• RTO of 7 days or less can be auto-approved as long as it does not fall on a holiday, additional RTO requires facility approval
• No RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment
• Travel pairs are allowed if on different units with separate transportation and schedules
• Frequent floating may be required based on unit needs
• Missed weekend shifts due to call-offs may need to be made up based on unit needs

American Traveler Job ID #P-740394. 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.