Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN - $1,798 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• StartDate: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 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: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience and strong telemetry and post-op nursing skills.

Details

• 23-bed Med/Surg Tele unit within a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations
• Patient population includes post-op orthopedic (hip, knee, shoulder replacement), bariatric, and spinal surgery patients, as well as those with acute/chronic conditions such as CHF, diabetes, hypertension, and electrolyte imbalances
• Common procedures and equipment include non-titratable cardiac drips, insulin drips, chest tubes, wound vacs, trachs, PCA pumps, external fixators, and JP/Hemovac drains
• Patient ratios: RN 1:4–6, LPN 1:4–6, with 2–3 CNAs per shift
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Philips monitors, Glucommander, and portable vital sign monitors
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, with 36 hours per week scheduled
• Weekend rotation of 6 shifts per 6-week schedule cycle
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to all adult Med/Surg and Telemetry units within the facility

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA license or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification required
• Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) competency required — candidates must pass an EKG competency exam as part of compliance onboarding
• ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, Glucommander, insulin drips, heparin drips, and cardiac telemetry interpretation
• Experience with IV insertion and care, central line management, wound care, and post-op monitoring
• Medical-Surgical or Nephrology Nursing national certification preferred but not required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include caring for complex post-operative and medically complex patients, managing cardiac monitoring, coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams, and conducting discharge planning and patient education
• CNAs assist with vital signs, glucose checks, bathing, feeding, ambulation, turning, hourly rounding, and transport; a dedicated hospital transport team is also available
• Unit secretary is available 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM; house-wide call secretary covers 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Phlebotomy is nurse-drawn from CVLs on most units; a PICC team is available but there is no general IV team
• 24/7 support includes Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalist, Intensivist, and a Central Telemetry Unit for monitoring
• Orientation consists of 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules followed by 2 days of departmental orientation
• Holiday coverage expected for 75% of major holidays, including Thanksgiving Day or the day after, 12/24 or 12/25, and 12/31 or 1/1
• RTO requests require manager approval
• Scrub color: Navy for RNs
• A clinical interview with the manager is required as part of the hiring process
• Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
• Local candidates are accepted — no radius rule applies; the same rate is offered to local travelers at this GA facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-706118. 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.