Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $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 Start Date: 09/28/2026 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: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN with at least 2 years of experience for a step-down unit in a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital. Details 30-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit within a Level 1 Trauma, teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations Cares for post/pre-cardiac and step-down ICU patients with diagnoses including CHF, COPD, STEMI, NSTEMI, and sepsis RN to patient ratio of 1:4-6 with 2-3 CNAs per shift 12-hour day or night shifts (7a-7p or 7p-7a) on a 6-week rotating schedule Weekend rotation of 5-6 shifts out of every 12 shifts No on-call requirements Floating required to all Med/Surg Telemetry units in the facility Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Philips monitors Unit-specific equipment includes VS3 vital sign monitors, Nova glucose stat strips, and PCA pain management pumps Central Telemetry Unit monitors cardiac rhythms Support includes CNAs, unit secretaries, charge nurses, resource/discharge nurses, and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage PICC team available; no dedicated IV team Requirements Active RN license (GA or Compact) required BLS and Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) certification required, including EKG rhythm exam during onboarding ACLS and Medical-Surgical national certification preferred but not required Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year Level 1 Trauma hospital experience preferred Skilled in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, glucommander and insulin/heparin drip management, and heart rate titration drips Experienced in IV insertion, central line management, wound care, and post-op monitoring Strong cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation skills EPIC EMR experience required 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN required Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration Additional Information Provide clinical care and monitoring for cardiac and step-down patients, including discharge planning and patient education on renal and fluid management Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams including RT, hospitalists, and intensivists 1-day facility orientation with educational modules, plus 2 days of departmental orientation Work one shift on each major holiday, covering approximately 75% of holidays annually (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve/Day, and New Year's Eve/Day) RTO requests require manager approval Navy scrubs required for RNs; Ceil Blue for LPNs Free parking available on campus or paid parking decks Unit culture described as busy but team-oriented First-time travelers are welcome to apply No radius rule applies; local candidates receive the same pay rate as travelers Previous employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position American Traveler Job ID P-684332. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.