Travel Med Surg Tele RN - $1,915 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: ASAP 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 RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital requiring 2 years of Med/Tele experience and a GA or compact RN license. Details 35-bed Med/Surg Tele unit within a Level 1 Trauma, teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations Cares for adult patients with acute or chronic disease, post-op surgical needs, and comorbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, infections, CHF, and electrolyte imbalances RN to patient ratio of 1:4-6, with LPN support at 1:4-6 and 2-3 CNAs per shift 12-hour day shifts from 7a-7p, 36 hours per week Weekend rotation of 6 shifts within a 6-week period (3 out of 12 shifts) Floats to all adult med surg/telemetry units in the hospital No on-call or call-back requirements Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Philips monitors Unit equipped with VS3 vital sign monitors, Nova Glucose Stat Strips, cardiac telemetry monitoring, Dynamap portable vital sign monitors, bladder scanners, portable oxygen, external fixators, chest tubes, JP and Hemovac drains, Glucommander, and PCA pumps Central Telemetry Unit supports cardiac monitoring 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage available Requirements Active GA or compact RN license required BLS certification required BCR (Basic Cardiac Rhythm) competency required, including passing an EKG competency exam during compliance ACLS certification preferred Medical-Surgical national certification preferred Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year Skilled in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, Glucommander use, insulin and heparin drip titration, and cardiac drip management for heart rate (not blood pressure) Strong clinical assessment skills suited for a Level 1 Trauma hospital setting Experience with IV insertion, central line management, wound care, and post-op monitoring required Cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation skills required EPIC EMR experience required 1 professional reference dated within the last year required, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration Additional Information Provide direct patient care including discharge planning, patient education, and interdisciplinary care coordination CNA support available for vitals, glucose checks, bathing, feeding, ambulation, turning, hourly rounding, and patient transport Unit secretary support from 7a-11p, with house-wide call secretary coverage overnight Charge nurse may carry a patient assignment Resource and discharge nurse teams float to support all units PICC team available; no dedicated IV team Lab collection primarily performed by phlebotomy staff, with CVL draws by nursing 1-day facility orientation with educational modules, followed by 2 days of departmental orientation Scrub color requirement: Navy for RNs Free parking available on campus, with paid deck parking as an alternative Unit culture described as busy with a strong team-based approach Must work one day during each major holiday period: Thanksgiving or the day after, Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve or New Year's Day First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates accepted with no radius rule and same pay rate as travelers Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position American Traveler Job ID P-756035. 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.