Travel MS/Tele RN - $2,977 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/05/2026
• 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: Sep 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring at least 2 years of experience, with night shifts and a 100-mile radius requirement.

Details

• Med/Surg Telemetry unit in an acute care hospital setting
• Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Schedule options: 36/36, 36/48, or 48/48 per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating to other units required
• Patient ratio of 1:7
• Epic EMR (preferred)
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license — TN state or Compact license required and must be in hand at time of consideration
• Current AHA BLS certification required (AHA certifications only accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience required
• Proficiency with telemetry monitoring (on-unit and remote), interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• IV therapy skills including peripheral line care, PICC line management, central line blood draw, and blood product administration
• Two supervisor references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Candidates must be willing to complete a drug test within 12–14 calendar days prior to start and may be asked to repeat if needed
• Facial hair must be trimmed or removed to meet CDC fit testing guidelines

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Orientation begins on Sundays with online computer-based learning (CBL) modules averaging 4–5 hours; modules are non-billable and completed during orientation
• Travel nurses are expected to actively support nursing student clinical education alongside their regular patient care duties
• RTO requests must be submitted at time of consideration
• Preferred skills include post-angiogram and post-cardiac surgery care, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury experience

American Traveler Job ID #P-736909. 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.