Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,934 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of Med/Tele experience and active NC or compact RN license.

Details

• Work within an Acute Destination and Transit Unit (ADTU) and satellite med/surg and med/tele units focused on decompressing the ED and other specialty areas
• Patient population includes adults and geriatrics with common diagnoses such as COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, CHF exacerbation, pulmonary embolism, DVT, GI bleeds, CVA, and trauma-related injuries
• RN-to-patient ratios range from 1:4 to 1:5-6 depending on unit, with surge staffing potentially increasing ratios to 1:7-8 on the main unit
• Nurses are responsible for monitoring patient telemetry and completing a rhythm interpretation each shift — no dedicated tele tech
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p–7a, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within assigned region to multiple facilities as needed and within scope of practice — candidates must be willing to float or should not apply
• EMR: Epic
• IV Pump: Alaris | Med Dispensing: Omnicell | Monitors: Philips

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience required
• General Med/Tele skills required including stroke care, cardiac rhythm interpretation, trach care, PIV starts, chest tube management, NGT placement, and drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, foley insertion/management, PCA pumps)
• Experience managing medication drips including cardiac drips, heparin, blood products, and IVF required
• At least 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN is required for consideration
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted

Additional Information

• Level I Trauma, 874-bed academic teaching hospital with Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center designations
• Comprehensive unit support includes CNAs, a unit secretary, a free charge nurse, 24/7 phlebotomy, 24/7 IV/VAT Team, respiratory therapy, hospitalists, and intensivists
• Orientation includes facility-level NEO and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; additional time may be added to the contract end if contracted hours cannot be met within the original timeframe
• Schedules are set on a 6-week cycle
• Scrub color: Navy Blue | Parking is free
• First-time travelers are not preferred but will be considered
• Candidates who have previously held a permanent position at any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-691633. 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.

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