Travel Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN - $1,930 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 3 Trauma, Certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center hospital in Shelby, NC, requiring a minimum of 18 months of Med/Tele experience and a valid NC or compact RN license.

Details

• Work on a 32-bed Medical/Surgical unit (4W) within a 241-licensed-bed, Level 3 Trauma facility
• Patient population includes stroke, respiratory illnesses (flu, pneumonia, COVID), renal failure, peritoneal dialysis, wound care, and other medical/surgical diagnoses
• RN-to-patient ratio is 1:5–6, with potential surge ratios up to 1:7–8
• 12-hour night shifts, 1900–0700, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation is every other weekend
• Low census call is possible; night shift nurses may be called back up to 3:00 AM
• Holiday coverage required for 75% of assigned holidays
• Floating is required within Region 3 (Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, and Central Division facilities) per regional needs — candidates who are not willing to float to all facilities in this region should not apply
• EMR is Epic
• Unit utilizes virtual nursing (VNO) with 10 cameras; virtual RNs can serve as a second witness for certain medications, monitor high-acuity patients, and assist with admissions and discharges

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Surg Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Core skills required include cardiac rhythm interpretation, experience with non-titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem/Amiodarone), wound care, drain/tube management, PIV starts, and central line management
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum of 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted

Additional Information

• Unit support includes CNAs (ADLs, mobility, feeding), charge nurse (may or may not carry a patient assignment), phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, respiratory therapy (24/7), hospitalist (24/7), and intensivist (24/7), as well as telemetry monitoring technicians — no HUC on unit
• Orientation includes facility NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Scheduling is done on a 6-week cycle
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays
• Navy scrubs required
• Free parking is available on site
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have previously held a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-729387. 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.