Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,941 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• 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: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position on a Renal Unit, requiring at least 18 months of Med/Tele experience and the ability to float across multiple regional facilities.

Details

• Work in a 3N Medical Telemetry Renal Unit within a 207-licensed-bed, non-trauma, non-teaching hospital that is a designated Chest Pain and Stroke Center
• Patient population includes end-stage renal disease, peritoneal dialysis (PD), fluid overload, sickle cell, diabetes mellitus, altered mental status, cellulitis, diabetic ulcers, pancreatitis, and behavioral health
• RN-to-patient ratio is 1:5–6 (up to 1:7–8 during critical surge)
• CNA support ratio is 1:6–12
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays
• Home unit assigned on the first day of orientation; floating is required to all units within scope at the facility, as well as to other facilities within the assigned region — candidates who are not agreeable to regional floating should not apply
• EMR: Epic; IV Pump: Alaris; Medication Dispensing: Omnicell; Monitors: Philips

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
• Required skills include cardiac rhythm interpretation, stroke care, trach care, PIV starts, chest tube management, NGT placement, and drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, Foley insertion/management, PCA pumps)
• Experience managing medication drips including cardiac drips, heparin, blood products, and IVF required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum of one professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN, required for consideration
• Must have been separated from any Advocate Health Southeast (AHSE) facility for at least 1 year following a permanent employment position

Additional Information

• Unit support includes CNAs, a Receptionist/HUC, a Charge Nurse, Phlebotomy, an IV/VAT Team (11 AM–7 PM and 11 PM–7 AM), a Resource Nurse (as staffing allows), Respiratory Therapy (24/7), and Hospitalist (24/7)
• Intensivist coverage is in-house until 11 PM Mon–Fri and until 7 PM Sat–Sun, with VCC coverage and on-call Intensivist after hours
• Orientation includes facility-level NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Schedules are set on a 6-week cycle
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; any missed contracted hours must be made up by extending the contract
• Navy scrubs required
• Free parking available on-site
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• First-time travelers are not preferred but will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-684830. 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 - 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.