Travel Telemetry/Med-Surg RN - $2,248 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• 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: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Telemetry/Med-Surg position at a Magnet-designated Level III Trauma Center in Milwaukee, WI, requiring at least one year of telemetry experience and a night shift schedule.

Details

• Med-Surg unit specializing in Office Based Surgery (OBS) patients within a 933-bed, Magnet-designated, Level III Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center in Milwaukee, WI
• Patient population includes cardiac patients (CHF, AFib, dysrhythmias, EP studies, Coumadin loading), pre-surgical patients, cath lab, amputations, and open heart/vascular step-down cases
• Unit has 27 beds
• RN-to-patient ratios: 1:4–5 during days/PMs (0700–2330) and 1:6–8 overnight (2300–0700)
• 12-hour night shifts, 1900–0730, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• One holiday per contract required (one summer, one winter)
• Floating required to all inpatient areas within scope of practice; travelers float first and may be floated at any time during the shift to a comparable acuity floor
• Occasional float to ICU for appropriate Med-Surg patient assignments (rare); ED Holding float ratio is 1:4
• No on-call requirements
• RTO up to 7 days may be approved
• Charting is done in Epic (preferred); equipment includes Alaris pumps, Pyxis, and GE monitors
• Centralized telemetry monitoring with a dedicated tele tech

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN telemetry experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency with cardiac drips including Primacor, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dobutamine, heparin, Lasix, and insulin drips
• Skills required: telemetry reading, chest tube management, trach care, and wound care
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• One professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN dated within the last year required for consideration
• Candidate DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
• Candidate's middle name or initial required for consideration

Additional Information

• Unit support includes a charge nurse (2–3 patients on days, full assignment on nights), 24/7 unit secretary, 24/7 hospitalist, 24/7 respiratory therapy, phlebotomy support, and centralized telemetry monitoring
• Orientation consists of at least one shift to learn unit flow
• RNs must document pain scores before and after medication administration, and medication selection must align with the patient's documented pain score
• Facility adheres to a fatigue policy limiting all staff, including travelers, to no more than 60 hours per week or 5 consecutive 12-hour shifts
• Scrub color: any color accepted; camouflage and denim prints are not permitted
• Free parking is available on site
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Former employees of Advocate Health or any of its subsidiaries must have been separated for at least 12 months before being eligible
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate; no radius rule applies

American Traveler Job ID #P-729783. 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 - Telemetry

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.