Travel Med Surg / Telemetry RN - $2,685 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• 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: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring prior travel experience and a TN or compact RN license.

Details

• Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit in a short term acute care, Level I Trauma Center
• Team nursing model with a patient ratio of 1:6-7, split among RNs, LPN, and medication nurse
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• On-call required as needed
• Weekend shifts required as needed
• Weekend block scheduling may be considered, to be discussed during interview
• Floating may occur between like units and campuses within a 20-mile radius

Requirements

• Active RN license in the state or compact RN license compliant with NLC guidelines (TN or compact required)
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required, 3+ years preferred
• ADN accepted for this position
• At least 1 completed prior travel assignment required
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Large hospital experience required
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line blood draws, and blood product administration
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube, and tracheostomy management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and telemetry
• Wound care and wound vac experience
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Vaccination status required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide medical surgical and telemetry nursing care within a team nursing model
• Manage patients with cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and neurological conditions
• Administer medications including heparin, insulin, and cardiac drips (no titration)
• Utilize isolation precautions and PPE as needed
• Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted
• Holiday coverage required: if Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's all fall during the assignment, must work 2 of the 3; if only 2 holidays fall during the assignment, must work at least 1
• Former permanent staff or travelers must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position unless they have 5+ years of specialty experience
• All RTO must be submitted at time of application; RTO requested after an offer will not be honored

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.