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 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, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience and a GA or compact RN license. 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 CNA support of 2-3 per shift 12-hour night shift schedule, 7p-7a, 36 hours per week Weekend rotation of 5-6 shifts out of 12 on a 6-week schedule No on-call requirements Floating required to all Med/Surg Telemetry units in-house 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 Requirements Active RN license (GA or Compact) required BLS certification required BCR (Basic Cardiac Rhythm) certification required, including EKG rhythm exam during onboarding ACLS certification preferred but not required Medical-Surgical national certification preferred but not required Minimum 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience required Strong clinical assessment and med-surg nursing skills for a Level 1 Trauma hospital setting required Skilled in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, insulin and heparin drip management, and IV/central line care Experience with wound care, post-op monitoring, and cardiac telemetry interpretation required Epic EMR experience required Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration At least one professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN required Additional Information Provide care coordination with interdisciplinary teams and support discharge planning with emphasis on renal and fluid management education Unit is supported by CNAs, unit secretaries, charge nurses, a resource/discharge nurse team, and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage Facility uses a dedicated PICC team; lab collection typically performed by nursing staff Central Telemetry Unit monitors patient telemetry remotely Orientation includes 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules and 2 days of departmental orientation Scrub color requirement: Navy for RNs, Ceil Blue for LPNs Free campus parking available, with paid deck parking also an option Unit culture described as busy but team-oriented Holiday coverage required for approximately 75% of major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's RTO requests require manager approval First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates accepted with no radius rule and same pay rate as traveling candidates Previous employees must have been separated from any AHSE facility for at least one year following a permanent position American Traveler Job ID P-684330. 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.