Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

Company: American Traveler
Location: Shelby
Posted on: March 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - 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: Apr 6, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 3 Trauma, Certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center hospital in Shelby, NC, requiring at least 18 months of Med/Tele experience and Epic proficiency. Details - 24-bed Med/Surg Tele unit within a 241-licensed-bed, Level 3 Trauma hospital that is also a Certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center - Patient population includes a variety of diagnoses across cardiac, respiratory, and neuro conditions in a fast-paced observation setting - RN-to-patient ratio is 1:5–6 on both day and night shifts, with potential surge ratios of up to 1:7–8 - CNA support available at a 1:12 ratio; no HUC on unit - Telemetry monitoring is conducted remotely via telemetry technician - Charge nurse is always available as a resource and may carry a patient assignment - Additional support includes phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, respiratory therapy (24/7), on-site hospitalist during days (virtual evenings/overnight), and intensivist (24/7) - EMR is Epic; minimum 6 months of Epic experience required - IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell; patient monitoring: Masimo in all rooms - 12-hour day shifts, 0645–1915 (with a secondary shift option of 1845–0715) - 36 hours per week; schedule cycles every 6 weeks - Every-other-weekend rotation required - Floating is required within Region 3 (Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, and Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) per regional needs and within scope of practice — candidates who are not agreeable to this floating requirement should not apply Requirements - Active NC RN license or compact RN license currently in hand - Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required - Minimum 18 months of Med/Surg Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year - Epic EMR experience required (minimum 6 months) - Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation and experience with non-titrating cardiac drips (e.g., Cardizem, Amiodarone) - General Med/Surg skillset required, including care of patients with tubes/drains, IV starts, blood product administration, and wound care/dressing changes - Must provide last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth for consideration - Minimum of 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN - Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position Additional Information - Orientation includes facility NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation - Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays - Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; contracted hours must still be met - Potential for low census call; RNs may be called off for an entire shift or placed on call up until 0300 or 1500 - Navy scrubs required - Free parking available on site - First-time travelers are welcome to apply - Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered American Traveler Job ID P-680083. 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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