Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN - $2,248 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level IV Trauma Center in Cudahy, WI, requiring at least 1 year of Med/Surg or telemetry experience on 12-hour night shifts.

Details

• Position is based on a Med/Surg unit (2nd Floor) within a 100-bed Level IV Trauma Center located in Cudahy, WI, approximately 20 minutes from Milwaukee
• 28-bed unit with an average daily census of 20–22 patients
• Patient population is primarily geriatric with cardiac (CHF, chest pain obs), neurological (seizure/stroke obs, TIA, altered mental status), and general medical (COPD, respiratory, kidney, liver, GI) diagnoses
• No Cath Lab on site; patients requiring cardiac catheterization are transferred to a sister facility
• Night shift RN-to-patient ratios are 1:6–7, occasionally up to 1:8
• 12-hour night shifts, 1900–0730, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• 50% of assigned holidays must be worked per contract
• Floating may occur to other Med/Surg units or Med/Surg patient assignments elsewhere in the hospital, including ER hold and ICU — Med/Surg patient assignment only
• EMR: Epic
• IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Pyxis
• Centralized telemetry monitoring with tele techs; central monitor also located at the nurses' station

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS and NIHSS required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg or telemetry nursing experience, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency with NG tube placement and management, Foley placement and management, chest tube management, Pleurex and other drains, wound care, and central line/port/midline blood draws
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation required
• Experience titrating drips including Cardizem, amiodarone, heparin, Lasix, and insulin
• At least 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN collected within the last year
• Candidate DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
• Candidate's middle name or initial required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Former employees of Advocate Health or any of its subsidiaries must be separated for at least 12 months before being eligible
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate; no radius restrictions apply
• Orientation includes a facility NEO session and one 12-hour shift on the unit
• Schedule is set in 6-week increments and released approximately 3 weeks before the start of each cycle; RTO requests go through the manager
• Support staff includes a Charge RN with a reduced patient assignment, HUC until 2300, 24/7 hospitalist and respiratory therapy coverage, phlebotomy for peripheral lab draws, and OT/PT/ST during daytime hours
• Scrubs must be a solid color and professional in appearance — no graphics, logos, denim, or designs
• Free employee parking is available on site
• Unit culture is described as collaborative and supportive, with active efforts underway around team engagement

American Traveler Job ID #P-725054. 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 - Telemetry

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.