Travel MS/Tele RN - $2,388 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 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 position requiring SC or Compact RN licensure and Epic charting experience.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting on the MS/Tele unit
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift, 4x12s, 7p-7a, with openness to 48-hour weeks
• Every other weekend required
• Rare on-call requirement limited to the first 4 hours if activated
• Floating within scope required to like units or sister facilities as needed
• Uses Epic EMR
• Scrub color is royal blue

Requirements

• Active SC or Multi-State/Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA only)
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of MS/Tele nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, and blood product administration
• Experience with cardiac telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia management
• Experience with respiratory support including BiPAP/CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, and oxygen administration
• Valid driver's license and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide nursing care for cardiac telemetry and medical-surgical patients, including monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and use of rapid response/code teams
• Additional clinical exposure may include wound care, pacemaker management, pre/post cardiac catheterization and surgery care, and substance withdrawal management
• First-time travelers may be considered depending on position needs
• Previous perm or PRN staff must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility are considered local
• All employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response duties during hurricane season (June through November, with peak activity in August and September)

American Traveler Job ID #P-738353. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.