Nursing - Travel Telemetry 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
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: May 4, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital in Macon, GA, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience.
Details

• Inpatient Med/Surg Telemetry units within a 637-licensed-bed, Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital that is also a designated Chest Pain and Stroke Center
• Each Med/Surg unit has 20–36 beds
• Patient population includes acute and chronic disease, common comorbidities (diabetes, hypertension, infections, electrolyte imbalances), cardiac patients (post-cath, CHF, A-fib), and post-surgical patients (general, ortho, trauma)
• RN patient ratio is 1:4–6, supported by LPNs (1:4–6) and CNAs (up to 1:14)
• Telemetry skills required: monitoring and interpreting cardiac rhythms, post-cath care, TR band management, and groin site management (no sheath pulls)
• Required drip management includes insulin, heparin, Cardizem, amiodarone, milrinone, Digoxin, and nicardipine; titration for HR but not BP
• Procedures include trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, IV maintenance, and Glucommander use
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Philips monitors, VS3 vital sign monitors, and Nova Glucose Stat Strips
• Central telemetry monitoring unit on site
• 12-hour shifts, 7A–7P or 7P–7A, on a 6-week scheduling cycle
• Weekend rotation: 5–6 shifts per 6-week schedule
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Travelers will float to all Med/Surg and Telemetry units in the facility as needed

Requirements

Active RN license — GA license or Compact RN license required
Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience, with most recent experience within the past year
BLS certification required
ACLS certification preferred; EKG competency exam required during onboarding
Med/Surg certification is a plus
Proficiency in telemetry monitoring and interpretation, post-cath care, and IV drip titration
Strong assessment, time management, care coordination, discharge planning, and patient education skills
Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Additional Information

Provide care to a diverse med/surg telemetry patient population, including cardiac monitoring, post-surgical care, and management of chronic/acute conditions
CNA support includes vitals, blood glucose checks, ADL assistance, ambulation, turning, and patient safety monitoring
Unit Secretary is on-unit from 7A–11P; house-wide call secretary available 11P–7A
Charge nurse, discharge nurses, and a Resource float team are available; RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage is available 24/7
PICC team available on site; RNs draw labs from CVLs; most units use lab collect phlebotomy
Orientation consists of 1 day of general orientation with educational modules and 2 days of departmental orientation
Holiday coverage: travelers are expected to work one shift of each major holiday period (Thanksgiving Day or the day after, 12/24 or 12/25, and 12/31 or 1/1)
All time-off requests must be submitted through and approved by the manager
Scrub color for RNs is navy blue
Free parking is available around campus
Unit culture is described as busy and team-oriented
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Candidates who previously worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
Local candidates are accepted — no radius rule applies, and the same rate applies for local travelers in GA
American Traveler Job ID #P-683092. 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.
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