Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,405 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Concord, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 3 Trauma and Stroke Center of Excellence, requiring at least 18 months of Med/Tele experience and a NC or compact RN license.

Details

• 44-bed Med/Surg Tele unit in a 457-licensed-bed, Level 3 Trauma facility that is also a Stroke Center of Excellence, Bariatric Center of Excellence, and Chest Pain Center
• Adult patient population (18+) with diagnoses including respiratory illnesses, GI illnesses, sepsis, CHF, diabetes, and behavioral health
• RN patient ratio is 1:4–6 (acuity dependent); ratios may surge to 1:7–8
• Telemetry is monitored remotely by a dedicated monitoring technician
• EMR: Epic
• IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell; patient monitoring: Patient Safety Net (PSN)
• Day shift (0645–1900) and night shift (1845–0700) available; 36-hour shift option available
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating within Region 1 is required (Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH); candidates must be willing to float to any facility within the region as needed

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Surg Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, wound care, and plurex catheter management required
• Strong communication skills and a positive bedside manner required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum one professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidate's permanent address must be located more than 50 miles from the unit; local candidates are not accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have held a permanent position at any AHSE facility must be separated for at least 1 year before being considered
• CNA support includes foley catheter insertion/removal, PIV removal, oxygen setup, bolus tube feeds, EKG, bladder scan, fingerstick blood sugar, and peripheral blood draws
• Unit Secretary available on day shift only; charge nurse is out of assignment when staffing allows
• IV/VAT team available for difficult IV access and central line dressing changes
• Respiratory therapy is assigned to the unit 24/7 and handles all respiratory treatments
• Hospitalist coverage is available 24/7 with cross-coverage at night; intensivist available 24/7 for consults as needed
• Orientation includes a facility flash orientation with the education team followed by 2 days of departmental orientation with a preceptor
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• RTO: Up to 6 days off may be approved, excluding holidays; time must be added to the end of the contract if contracted hours cannot be met
• Schedule is posted on a 6-week cycle
• Scrub color: Navy blue
• Free parking available in the employee parking deck
• Unit is described as a positive learning environment with helpful staff

American Traveler Job ID #P-676106. 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 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.