Travel Telemetry RN - $2,022 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN - Telemetry for a busy 23-bed medical surgical unit requiring 2 years of experience and KY or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in a 23-bed medical surgical/telemetry unit within a hospital setting
• Care for orthopedic, spine, general surgery, and bariatric patients, with some overflow from medicine units
• Fast-paced unit typically receiving 10-20 post-op admissions per day
• Unit includes cardiac and O2 monitoring capability
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Floating required to other units within skillset, including affiliate hospitals nearby

Requirements

• Active KY or compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in specialty required
• Both medical and surgical nursing skillset required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and telemetry remote monitoring
• Skills in IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management and tracheostomy care
• Experience with GI feeding tube care and management
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Must pass an EKG exam during onboarding
• At least 1 professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive medical-surgical and telemetry nursing care to a diverse post-surgical patient population
• First-time travelers will be considered only if they have several years of experience caring for post-op orthopedic and gastrointestinal surgery patients
• Local candidates residing within 100 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Returning permanent staff must be separated from the facility for at least 6 months before returning as a traveler
• All requested time off must be disclosed at time of consideration; requests made afterward will not be approved

American Traveler Job ID #P-737975. 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.