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Travel Med Surg ER Hold RN, Telemetry - $2,164 per week

American Traveler
13 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/13/2026 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: Apr 13, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Med Surg RN for an ER Hold position with night shifts and telemetry experience in a Level II Trauma setting. Details Work in the ER Hold area of a hospital caring for Med Surg patients with admission orders Patient population includes CHF exacerbation, TIA/CVA rule outs, GI/GU cases, weakness, dizziness, and chest pain Typical patient ratio is 1:5 Shift is 12-hour nights (7:00pm–7:00am) with every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month if block scheduled Unit uses Cerner EMR, Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell for medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors Floating required to similar units as needed (MS-MS, MS-ICU, MS-ER/MS holds, etc.) No on-call required Level II Trauma Center environment Requirements Active AL or compact RN license required BLS, NIHSS, and CPI or equivalent required; ACLS preferred At least 18 months of Med Surg experience required Experience with Cerner or Epic EMR and Level II Trauma Center preferred Strong skills in assessment, prioritization, communication, and documentation Proficiency in IV starts, blood administration, suctioning, O2 therapy, ostomy and Foley care, PEG/NGT care, wound and chest tube care, and restraint management Must be able to manage care for a variety of acute medical patients No local candidates within 60 miles accepted Perm staff must wait at least 6 months to return as travelers Additional Information Role focuses on caring for Med Surg patients in an ER setting and facilitating transitions from ER to inpatient units Support includes CNAs, receptionist/HUC, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, and hospitalists Telemetry monitoring is required Orientation includes 24 hours classroom and 24 hours on unit for new or returning travelers (if gone 1 years) One major and one minor holiday coverage expected per policy, subject to blackout periods for certain holidays Scrubs may be any color Free parking available First-time travelers accepted with at least 2 years of experience and appropriate EMR and trauma experience Time off may be approved up to 7 days excluding blackout dates American Traveler Job ID P-666963. 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 - ER - Hold 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.