Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Float RN - $2,657 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• 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: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift float position requiring MD or compact RN license and completion of at least one prior travel assignment.

Details

• Med/Surg Tele unit in a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 or 4x12 hours
• Required to work every other weekend
• Holiday coverage as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Float required within skillset and acuity level
• Cerner charting system experience required

Requirements

• Active RN license, compact or MD license required
• Current certifications: BLS and NIHSS required, ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience within the last 7 years required
• Must have completed at least one previous travel assignment
• Must successfully pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum overall score of 80% and 100% on lethal rhythms
• Two supervisory references required, including one from the most recent assignment, supporting at least 2 years of experience in the previous 3 years
• Experience required in skills such as IV therapy/phlebotomy, port access/management, blood product administration, PICC line management, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Respiratory care experience required, including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with neurological conditions such as CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and heparin protocols
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Experience with renal and genitourinary care including pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure
• Experience with surgical drains and orthopedic care including total joint replacement
• Driver's license required at time of consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care to a Med/Surg Tele patient population with float responsibilities as needed
• Flu vaccine required for all employees at this facility
• No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment, with a maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract
• Local candidates within 60 miles are accepted at a lower pay rate
• Previous MedStar employees must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a traveler
• Candidates may only be considered for one MedStar location at a time
• Manager interviews are not guaranteed

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.