Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $2,155 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position on a 32-bed Ortho/Neuro unit, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and an active MA RN license.

Details

• Hospital-based Med/Surg Telemetry unit (Phippen 6/7), a 32-bed Ortho/Neuro unit that also admits general medical overflow patients
• Patient population includes scheduled elective orthopedic and neuro/surgical patients, fractures, and general medical overflow
• Night shift: 19:00–07:30; every other weekend (EOW) required
• 36 hours per week
• Night shift positions do not rotate between shift times
• Clinician-to-patient ratio is 1:5 or 1:6 on nights
• Floating to applicable units is required when requested
• Charting is performed in Epic
• Telemetry strip interpretation is required on this unit

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted MA RN license currently in hand — no pending or conditional licenses accepted
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg RN experience in a single location and 2 years of travel nursing experience
• Current AHA BLS certification (AHA only — no other providers accepted at this facility)
• Current AHA ACLS certification (AHA only — no other providers accepted at this facility; ACLS is preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to interpret telemetry strips
• Neuro assessment skills and telemetry competency required
• 2 professional references required for consideration
• Flu vaccine required; no religious or medical exemptions are accepted

Additional Information

• Provide Med/Surg nursing care to orthopedic, neurological, and general medical overflow patients
• Epic is the EMR used for charting at this facility
• Timekeeping is managed through UKG/Kronos
• Local candidates residing within 60 miles of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston are eligible to apply
• Any requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed at the time of consideration
• Parking is not validated at Boston-area locations; public parking is available at an estimated cost of $17–$22 per day, and public transportation is an alternative

American Traveler Job ID #P-724227. 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.