Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse - $1,835 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• 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 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring an active TN or compact RN license and at least 1 year of recent unit experience.

Details

• Inpatient Med/Surg Tele unit specializing in stroke and TIA care with higher acuity med-surg patients
• Adult and geriatric patient population
• Night shift 3x12 hours, 18:45-07:15
• Every other weekend coverage required
• Staffing ratio of 1:6 on nights
• Floating required to other units based on facility need and demonstrated competencies
• Uses Omnicell medication system
• Uses Epic EMR
• Treats diagnoses including stroke/TIA, seizure, syncope, pneumonia, chest pain, dialysis, acute kidney failure, post heart cath, respiratory failure, encephalopathy, CHF, and sepsis
• Performs peritoneal dialysis and continuous bladder irrigation

Requirements

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent nursing experience in a similar unit required
• Minimum 1 year of experience with Epic EMR required
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy/phlebotomy, central line and PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and high flow nasal cannula
• Experience with continuous bladder irrigation and colostomy/ileostomy care
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and telemetry
• Experience managing Heparin and insulin medications and cardiac drips (no titration)
• Knowledge of isolation precautions/PPE and wound care

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to a high-acuity stroke, TIA, and med-surg patient population with a strong focus on patient experience
• Assignment offers an option of a 13 to 26 week contract
• Orientation occurs every Monday
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Travelers must be more than 100 miles from every facility in the health system to be eligible, with exceptions allowing 50+ miles for night shift positions on this unit type
• Local candidates may be considered under applicable radius rules
• Pre-assignment testing and required modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials

American Traveler Job ID #P-726628. 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.