Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.

• Specialty:
  Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  01/26/2026
• Duration: 7 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Telemetry position serving adult and geriatric patients that requires a GA or compact RN license and strong cardiac care skills.

• Work in a hospital-based Telemetry unit caring for adults and geriatric patients
• Primary patient diagnoses include CHF, MI/chest pain, dysrhythmias, post-cath and device implants, hypertension, pleural effusion, sepsis, PE/DVT, and vascular issues
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4-5 in a 16-room unit
• Uses Epic EMR (experience required), Pyxis, and SBAR communication tools
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-07:00) with every other weekend required
• Floating to other units may be required
• No call requirement
• Duties include assessing, monitoring, and caring for acute cardiac and vascular patients in a telemetry setting
• Scrub color requirement is navy blue
• Must be able to work assigned major holidays according to assignment period and holiday coverage rules
• Maximum of 7 days of requested time off allowed; no time off may be requested during the first week of assignment
• Full compliance is required to be eligible for assignment start
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Returning travelers must have one year away from any facility in the health system before eligibility
• Travel pairs are not permitted to be scheduled for the same shift and unit
• Blocked scheduling is not allowed

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent Telemetry nursing experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Two supervisory references from manager level or above are required for consideration

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-654682. 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

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.