Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN - $1,951 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/30/2026 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: Mar 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital, with night shift scheduling and a focus on Head/Neck and GI surgical patients. Details 12-hour night shifts (1900-0700), 36 hours per week Large acute care hospital setting with 874 licensed beds — Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations Unit specializes in Head/Neck and GI surgeries, including tracheostomies, laryngectomies, hernia repairs, colorectal surgeries, cholecystectomies, appendectomies, and ostomy takedowns; also serves as medical overflow RN-to-patient ratio is 1:4–6, with surge ratios potentially reaching 1:7–8 CNA support available at 1:9–12 ratio Every other weekend rotation required Nurses are responsible for reading telemetry monitors and responding — no dedicated monitoring tech on unit EMR: Epic IV Pump: Alaris | Med Dispensing: Omnicell | Monitors: Philips No on-call or call-back requirements for travelers Floating within Region 3 (Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, and Central Division — CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) Requirements Active NC or compact RN license required Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Tele RN experience required Experience in a Level I Trauma or academic teaching hospital setting required Proficiency in general Med/Tele skills: stroke care, cardiac rhythm interpretation, trach care, PIV starts, chest tube management, NGT placement, and drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, Flexiseals, Foley insertion/management, PCA pumps) Experience managing medication drips including cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, and IVF Epic EMR experience required Must provide last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth for consideration Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN Additional Information Candidates must have a permanent address at least 50 miles from the assigned unit — local candidates are not accepted Candidates who previously worked a permanent position at any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible First-time travelers are not preferred but will be considered Department support includes CNA, receptionist/HUC, 24/7 charge nurse, phlebotomy (peripheral draws only), IV/VAT team, Resource Nurse (as available), and 24/7 RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved (excluding holidays); additional time may be added to the end of the contract if contracted hours cannot otherwise be met Scrub color: Navy Free parking available on site American Traveler Job ID P-680084. 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.