Travel Registered Nurse (Med Surg Telemetry) - $1,930 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• 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: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry (Cardiac) night shift position in Tuscaloosa, AL, requiring at least 2 years of nursing experience with 1 year of recent cardiac or telemetry specialty experience.

Details

• 42-bed Cardiac Medical Unit (6 North) in a hospital setting
• Primarily cardiac patients presenting with chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, and various cardiac arrhythmias
• Also serves medical patients with pneumonia, GI issues, COPD, diabetes, and occasional stroke, as well as surgical patients
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required
• Floating to other units and hospitals is required
• EMR: Meditech (experience not required)
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active AL state or compact RN license required — no pending or temporary licenses accepted
• No hits (past or current) on nursing license allowed
• AHA BLS or Red Cross BLS certification required
• Associate degree in nursing (ADN) or higher required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience; candidates with 18 months may be considered
• At least 1 year of recent experience in Med/Surg Telemetry or Cardiac specialty required
• Current driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references from within the last year required for consideration
• NURSYS license verification required for consideration
• Full SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Scrub color requirement: solid navy
• Timekeeping system: Centricity
• No HealthStream modules required prior to start — competency-based modules are completed during virtual orientation
• Cardiac RNs will be required to complete an online pre-test after accepting an offer
• Local candidates are welcome to apply with no radius restrictions
• Work schedule of 36 or 48 hours per week available

American Traveler Job ID #P-715030. 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.