Travel Registered Nurse, Med/Surg Telemetry - $2,561 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a short-term acute care hospital in Lancaster, SC, requiring prior travel nursing experience and telemetry skills.

Details

• Short-term acute care hospital with 97 staffed beds
• Med/Surg Telemetry unit serving a general medical-surgical patient population with telemetry monitoring needs
• Patient ratio of 1:6 to 1:7
• Night shift schedule, 4x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required to like units with similar patient populations
• Charting via Epic EMR
• Free parking on site
• Royal Blue scrubs required

Requirements

• Active SC RN license or Compact RN license; candidates with a pending SC license may be considered but must have an active license prior to start
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Telemetry experience preferred, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• SSN and Driver's License required for consideration
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must complete all assigned onboarding modules prior to the start date
• Attendance at staff meetings is required during the assignment
• Previous permanent or PRN staff at any MUSC facility must have been separated from the system for at least 1 year before being eligible to work as a traveler
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of consideration; approval is based on facility needs
• Local candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility are accepted; non-local candidates are prioritized
• During hurricane season (June through November), all employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams; peak activity months are August and September

American Traveler Job ID #P-708805. 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.