Travel Neuro MS/Telemetry RN - $2,254 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• 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 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Neuro MS/Tele RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of recent Neuro MS/Tele experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Work on a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry (MS/Tele) unit specializing in neurological patient care
• Patient population includes CVA, TBI, spinal cord injury, pre/post neurosurgery, and substance withdrawal cases
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30, Monday through Friday
• Weekend rotation required
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• Uses Epic EMR
• Floating required as needed

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required (AHA only)
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience in Neuro MS/Tele within the last 3 years required
• Epic EMR experience required, within the past 12 months preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Must pass a telemetry competency exam prior to starting, covering adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation
• Skilled in IV therapy, central and peripheral line management, PICC line care, and blood product administration
• Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, tracheostomy, and oxygen administration
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and rapid response protocols
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and IV insulin protocols
• First-time travelers considered if they have 2 years of Level I or similarly sized hospital inpatient neuro experience within the last 2 years

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to neurological and telemetry patients including monitoring, medication administration, and emergency response
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility as local candidates are not accepted
• Telemetry exam requires 100% accuracy on lethal rhythm identification and no more than one incorrect answer on 3rd degree heart block questions, with an overall passing score of 80% or higher
• Up to two attempts allowed for the telemetry exam; a third attempt requires completion of a cardiac interpretation review course
• Assignment may be cancelled if telemetry exam is not passed after three attempts
• Works within a Magnet-designated academic teaching hospital environment

American Traveler Job ID #P-737865. 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.