Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse - $1,930 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Joint Commission-accredited community hospital and regional referral center in Lake Havasu City, AZ, requiring at least 2 years of RN experience and active telemetry skills.

Details

• 40-bed Medical Surgical Telemetry unit within a 171-bed community hospital and Level 3 Trauma center certified as a Chest Pain Center
• Patient population includes adult and geriatric patients with total joint, surgical, ACS, CHF, CKD, alcohol withdrawal, SIRS, and GI bleed presentations
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Equipment includes Baxter IV pumps, Posey bed/chair alarms, Omnicell drug dispensing cabinet, and Zoll defibrillators
• EMR: Medhost
• Schedule is 3x12-hour shifts per week on a mixed shift basis
• 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week schedule period
• Floating to other units (IMC, ED) is expected
• No scheduled on-call; however, shifts may be flexed to on-call up to twice during the contract as needed

Requirements

• Active AZ RN license or a compact RN license currently in hand
• Current AHA certifications: BLS and ACLS required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• Recent acute care experience required
• Demonstrated telemetry experience required
• Ability to manage a 1:6 patient ratio
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• ADN or higher required
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• Candidates must reside 60 or more miles from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate

Additional Information

• Located in Lake Havasu City, AZ — a scenic outdoor recreation destination with mountain ranges and lake views, within driving distance of Las Vegas, Phoenix, the Grand Canyon, and Southern California
• Preceptor and charge nurse experience is a plus
• Compassionate, positive, and can-do attitude preferred
• Black scrubs (top and bottom) required; open-toe shoes are not permitted
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates cannot be employed full-time elsewhere during the assignment
• Block schedule requests are not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-714610. 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.