Telemetry Day Shift Travel RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Macon, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• StartDate: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med-Surg/Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2 years of experience and an active GA or compact RN license.
Details

• Work on a 20-bed Med-Surg/Telemetry unit within a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital
• Care for a diverse patient population including stroke and brain injury patients, post-op surgical patients, and those with acute or chronic disease and co-morbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, infections, CHF, and electrolyte imbalances
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4-6
• 12-hour day shifts (7a-7p), 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation of 6 shifts within a 6-week schedule
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required to all adult med-surg/telemetry units in the facility
• Unit supported by CNAs, unit secretary, charge nurse, resource/discharge nurses, 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Central Telemetry Unit monitors cardiac telemetry
• Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors

Requirements
Active RN license (GA or Compact) required
BLS and BCR (basic cardiac rhythm) certification required
ACLS certification preferred
Medical-Surgical national certification preferred but not required
Minimum 2 years of RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
Strong clinical assessment and med-surg nursing skills suited for a Level 1 Trauma hospital
Experience with trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, glucomander, insulin drips, and heparin drips required
Experience with IV insertion/care, central line management, wound care, and post-op monitoring required
Cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation skills required
EPIC EMR experience required
One professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN required
Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
Additional Information
Provide med-surg and telemetry nursing care including discharge planning, patient education, and care coordination with interdisciplinary teams, particularly on renal and fluid management
Facility is a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center designations
Unit culture is described as busy but team-oriented
Orientation includes 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules and 2 days of departmental orientation
Scrub color required: Navy for RNs
Free parking available on campus, with paid parking deck options
Travelers will work approximately 75% of holidays
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Local GA candidates accepted with no radius rule and same pay rate as travelers
Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position there
American Traveler Job ID #P-717398. 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.