Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $1,843 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring Epic proficiency and a valid GA or compact RN license.

Details

• Hospital-based Cardiac Telemetry unit serving an adult to geriatric patient population
• Common diagnoses include post-MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, chest pain, peripheral vascular disease, and peritoneal dialysis
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 on a 16-bed unit running at full census
• Procedures and skills include telemetry monitoring, EKG interpretation, and Doppler
• EMR: Epic (required); also uses Pyxis and SBAR communication framework
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• 6 weekend shifts required per 6-week scheduling period
• Floating within the facility and scope of practice as needed
• No on-call requirements
• 12-week contract

Requirements

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• Copies of all required certifications must be provided for consideration
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above; charge nurse references not accepted) are highly preferred for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• RTO is capped at 7 days; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• RTO blackout dates apply during Spring Break (April 4–12)
• Holiday coverage policy: if 1–2 major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work all of them with no holiday RTO allowed; if 3 major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers must work 2, and 1 holiday RTO request may be submitted for approval
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday (counted as one), Christmas Eve/Christmas Day (counted as one), and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day (counted as one)
• No alternate shifts or special scheduling requests are permitted; the posted shift is firm
• Travelers who have previously worked at any facility within this health system must have been away for a minimum of 1 full year before returning as a traveler
• Full compliance with onboarding requirements must be completed on time; delays result in a 2-week pushback due to the bi-weekly orientation schedule

American Traveler Job ID #P-729016. 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 - Cardiac 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.