Travel Medical Surgical Telemetry RN - $2,977 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/23/2026
• 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 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring at least 2 years of experience, including MS/Tele background, working night shifts on a 4x12 schedule with every other weekend requirement.

Details

• Medical/Surgical unit in a hospital setting
• Night shift schedule: 4x12 hours, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Schedule options available: 36/36, 36/48, or 48/48
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required
• Epic EMR (preferred)
• MS/Tele and standard Med/Surg patient populations

Requirements

• Active TN or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current AHA BLS required; ACLS and NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• MS/Tele and Med/Surg experience required
• AHA-issued certifications only accepted
• Two supervisor references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Candidates must be willing to complete a drug test within 12–14 calendar days prior to start and be available for a repeat test if needed
• Candidates must live more than 100 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Orientation begins on Sundays via online computer-based learning (CBLs); modules average 4–5 hours and are completed during orientation
• Travelers are expected to actively support nursing student clinical education alongside their regular patient care duties
• Preferred skills include: IV therapy, phlebotomy, port access/management, blood product administration, PICC line management, colostomy/ileostomy care, feeding tube management, CVA care, heparin/insulin/PCA administration, telemetry remote monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, wound care/wound vac, and use of rapid response/code teams
• Facial hair must be trimmed or removed to meet CDC guidelines for fit testing; refusal may result in cancellation
• RTO requests must be submitted at time of consideration
• Scrubs or dress code requirements follow facility standards (isolation precautions and PPE compliance expected)

American Traveler Job ID #P-736904. 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

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.