Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $2,254 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Neuro Med/Surg Tele unit requiring 2 years of relevant acute care experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Work on a Neuro Med/Surg Telemetry unit within a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Rotating day and night shifts, 3x12 hours, with weekend rotation
• Some holiday coverage required based on operational need
• Floating required as needed
• Uses Epic EMR system
• Patient population includes CVA, TBI, spinal cord injury, pre/post neurosurgery, and substance withdrawal cases

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license required
• BLS certification (AHA only) required
• Minimum 2 years of acute care Neuro Med/Surg Tele experience within the last 3 years required
• Epic EMR experience required, within past 12 months preferred
• Trauma Level I hospital experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Must pass a telemetry competency exam prior to starting, including adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation with strict passing criteria
• Skills required include IV therapy, central and peripheral line management, telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and PCA/insulin/heparin administration
• First-time travelers will be considered if they have 2 years of Level I or similarly sized hospital inpatient neuro experience within the last 2 years

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to neurological and med/surg telemetry patients including monitoring, medication administration, and wound care
• Work within a Magnet-designated, Level I trauma teaching hospital ranked as Wisconsin's #1 hospital
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• Participate in rapid response and code team activations as needed
• Candidates must submit to a telemetry exam with strict criteria, requiring 100% accuracy on lethal rhythm identification and an 80% or higher passing score
• Up to three attempts allowed to pass telemetry exam, with a cardiac interpretation review course certificate required after a second failed attempt

American Traveler Job ID #P-737864. 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.