Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,798 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• StartDate: ASAP
• 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: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of experience and strong cardiac monitoring skills.

Details

• Works on a 20-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations
• Patient population is diverse and includes stroke and brain injury patients, post-op surgical patients, and those with acute or chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, CHF, infections, and electrolyte imbalances
• RN-to-patient ratio is 1:4–6, supported by LPNs (1:4–6) and 2–3 CNAs per shift
• Specialized procedures include trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, Glucommander, insulin drips, heparin drips, and titrated drips
• EMR is Epic; experience with Epic is expected
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Philips monitors, VS3 vital sign monitors, Dynamap portable monitors, bladder scanners, portable oxygen, PCA pain management, and Glucommander
• 12-hour day (7A–7P) or night (7P–7A) shifts available on a 6-week scheduling cycle
• Weekend rotation requires approximately 5–6 shifts per 6-week schedule
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating may be required to all adult Med/Surg and Telemetry units within the facility

Requirements

• Active GA or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) certification required
• ACLS preferred
• Medical-surgical national certification preferred but not required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience required
• Strong cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation skills required
• Proficiency with IV insertion and care, central line management, wound care, and post-op monitoring
• Experience with drip titration, insulin drips, heparin drips, and Glucommander
• At least 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN dated within the past year required for consideration
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, telemetry interpretation, care coordination with interdisciplinary teams, discharge planning, and patient education with a focus on renal and fluid management
• Unit support includes CNAs, a unit secretary (7A–11P), a house-wide call secretary (11P–7A), a charge nurse on each unit, a PICC team, discharge nurses, a resource team, and centralized telemetry monitoring
• Respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage available 24/7
• Orientation consists of 1 day of general facility orientation with educational modules followed by 2 days of departmental orientation
• Holiday expectations require working one shift of each major holiday (Thanksgiving or the day after, 12/24 or 12/25, and 12/31 or 1/1)
• RTO requests require manager approval
• RN scrub color is navy blue
• Parking is available free of charge around campus, with paid parking deck options also available
• Unit culture is described as busy but team-oriented
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
• Local candidates are accepted — no radius rule applies and the same rate applies to local travelers

American Traveler Job ID #P-683108. 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.