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 Albemarle, North Carolina.

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 night shift position requiring BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications and NC or compact RN licensure.

Details

• 27-bed Medical Telemetry unit with an average census of 20
• Patient population includes stroke, COPD, chest pain, altered mental status, and GI bleed cases
• RN to patient ratio of 1:5-6 based on acuity, with surge staffing potentially increasing to 1:7-8
• 12-hour night shift schedule (1900-0700) at 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend (EOW) rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required within Region 1 facilities (Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH peds) as needed within scope of practice
• EMR: Epic
• IV Pump: Alaris
• Medication dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitors: Philips

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Tele experience required
• General Med/Tele skillset required including stroke experience and NIH assessments, chest tube management, PIV starts, trach care, cardiac rhythm interpretation, NGT placement, and drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, foley insertion/management)
• Experience with PCA pumps required
• Medication drip management experience required including cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, and IVF
• Epic EMR experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• Advanced Primary Stroke Center with no trauma designation and not a teaching hospital
• Provide direct patient care within a Medical Telemetry unit supported by CNAs, phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, and hospitalist coverage 24/7
• Telemetry monitoring/tech support available
• Charge nurse may or may not carry a patient assignment
• Daytime-only receptionist/HUC support
• No designated IV/VAT team
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Positive, team-driven unit culture
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Free parking available
• Travelers will work 75% of holidays
• Clinical interview required prior to placement
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• First-time travelers not preferred but will be considered for the Resource Team
• Previous perm employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year before returning

American Traveler Job ID #P-694759. 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.