Travel MS/Tele RN - $1,601 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Athens, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 11 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 21, 2026 Length: 11 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift assignment requiring a TX or compact RN license, prior travel experience, and Epic charting proficiency. Details Med/Surg Tele unit within a hospital setting Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) Patient ratio of 1:5 to 1:6 Epic EMR required for charting 11-week contract assignment Requirements Active TX or compact RN license required and in hand at time of consideration BLS and ACLS certifications required NIHSS certification preferred Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Prior travel nursing experience required Epic charting experience required Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred Skilled in IV therapy, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, HFNC, and ABG interpretation Proficient in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and telemetry monitoring (unit and remote) Experience managing cardiac drips (no titration), PCA, and heparin protocols Knowledge of wound care/wound vac and IV insulin protocols Familiarity with isolation precautions and PPE use Additional Information Provide direct patient care for Med/Surg Tele patients including cardiovascular, orthopedic, and post-MI cases Utilize rapid response/code teams as needed for patient emergencies No travel pairs or groups accepted for this position Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted Candidates residing in Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, or Morris counties are not accepted Former staff must wait at least 1 year before returning as a traveler No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation Onboarding modules are completed onsite during orientation, averaging 4-6 hours for RNs American Traveler Job ID P-740401. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.