Travel Med Surg/Telemetry RN - $2,694 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for a MS/Tele position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of recent experience and at least one completed prior travel assignment.

Details

• Short-term acute care hospital setting at a Level I Trauma Center
• Med/Surg Telemetry unit
• Team nursing model with a patient ratio of 1:7, supported by PCCs and other RN staff
• Day shift, 4x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:00)
• On-call required as needed
• Weekend shifts required as needed; weekend block scheduling may be considered
• Floating between like units and campuses within 20 miles may occur, though cross-campus floating is rare
• Cerner EMR experience preferred

Requirements

• Active RN license — TN state license or Compact (NLC) license required; no pending licensure accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience required; 3+ years preferred
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Large hospital experience required
• At least one completed travel nursing assignment required; first-time travelers are not eligible unless they have 3+ years of recent experience
• ADN is the minimum required education for this position
• Driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted upfront — RTO requests will not be accepted after an offer has been made
• If Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's fall within the assignment period, the traveler must be willing to work at least 2 of the 3 holidays; if only 2 holidays fall within the assignment, at least 1 must be worked
• Former permanent employees or internal associate travelers must have been separated for at least one year before being eligible to return as a traveler
• All certifications expiring during the assignment should have a renewal plan in place prior to consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-728877. 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.