Travel Emergency Observation 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 Concord, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• 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: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Observation Unit (Med/Surg Tele) position at a Trauma Level III teaching hospital in North Carolina, requiring 18 months of Med/Tele experience and a NC or compact RN license.

Details

• Emergency Observation Unit within a 457-licensed-bed, Trauma Level III teaching hospital
• Designated Chest Pain Center, Stroke Center of Excellence, and Bariatric Center of Excellence
• 10-bed unit with an average daily census of 8 patients
• Common patient diagnoses include chest pain, syncope, and angina
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:5
• Required skills include 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)
• Medication drip management required, including cardiac drips, heparin, blood products, and IVF
• EMR: Epic; IV Pumps: Alaris; Medication Dispensing: Omnicell
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p–7a (36 hours/week)
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Floating required within Region 1 (Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, and Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) per regional needs — candidates must be agreeable to floating to all facilities in the region

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Surg Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• General Med/Tele skillset required, including cardiac rhythm interpretation and IV medication drip management
• Epic EMR experience
• Candidate's permanent address must be located more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum of 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN is required for consideration

Additional Information

• Department support includes a Supervisor, Charge RN, Resource RN (assists with admissions/discharges), 24/7 Hospitalist, 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, and an IV/VAT Team
• Phlebotomy is a combined effort between RNs and the IV team
• Orientation includes a facility NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Schedules are created on a 6-week cycle
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays
• Navy scrubs required
• Free employee parking available
• First-time travelers are not preferred but will be considered
• Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-706885. 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.