Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,930 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Mar 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level 1 Trauma, academic medical center in Winston-Salem, NC, requiring at least 2 years of Med/Surg experience and an active NC or compact RN license.

Details

• Night shift position, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• 20-bed Transitional Care Unit split across two wings (5A and 5B)
• Patient population includes general medical patients with diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, kidney, liver, GI, and respiratory conditions, CIWA patients, infections, and wounds; surgical and other service line patients may also be admitted
• 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Telemetry monitoring via bedside monitors with a central monitor at the nurses' station
• Required non-titrating drips include Heparin, Lasix, and Protonix; experience with Cardizem and Amiodarone is preferred
• EMR: Epic; IV pump: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell
• Every other weekend rotation required
• 50% of holidays must be covered during the contract
• Floating within scope of practice at the hospital may be required
• No on-call or call-back responsibilities

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Required skills: trachs, chest tubes, IV starts, wound care, dressing changes, wound vacs, drains, cardiac rhythm interpretation, and central line blood draws
• Experience with non-titrating drips (Heparin, Lasix, Protonix) required
• At least 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN dated within the past year required for consideration
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

Additional Information

• Level 1 Trauma designated academic medical center with 885 licensed beds, also designated as a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
• Unit support includes 1 CNA per wing, a charge nurse covering both areas, 24/7 phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and resident coverage
• Short orientation consisting of a new employee orientation (NEO) followed by 2 on-unit orientation shifts
• Schedules are built in 6-week increments; travelers are assigned to open slots in the schedule
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved during the contract
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Free parking available on site
• Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-677877. 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.