Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg​/Telemetry

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

• 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

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of experience and strong telemetry skills.

• 20-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital with a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
• Patient population includes stroke and brain injury patients, post-op surgical patients, and those with acute or chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, CHF, and electrolyte imbalances
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4–6
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) may also apply
• Weekend rotation of 6 shifts per 6-week schedule cycle
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to all adult Med/Surg and Telemetry units within the facility
• EMR:
  Epic (experience required)
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Philips monitors, Glucommander, PCA pain management systems, bladder scanners, and portable vital signs monitors

• Active RN license — GA state or Compact license required
• Current BLS and Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) certifications required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Experience in a Level 1 Trauma or academic teaching hospital setting preferred
• Proficiency in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, insulin drips, heparin drips, Glucommander, and titrating drips to heart rate
• Skills in IV insertion, central line management, wound care, post-op monitoring, and telemetry interpretation required
• Epic EMR experience required
• 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

• Responsibilities include clinical assessment, cardiac monitoring, care coordination with interdisciplinary teams, discharge planning, and patient education focused on renal and fluid management
• Unit support includes CNAs, a unit secretary (on-unit 7:00 AM–11:00 PM, house-wide after hours), charge nurses, a PICC team, respiratory therapy (24/7), hospitalists (24/7), intensivists (24/7), and a Central Telemetry Unit for monitoring
• Orientation consists of 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules, followed by 2 days of department-specific orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of major holidays, covering one shift each of:
  Thanksgiving Day or the day after, 12/24 or 12/25, and 12/31 or 1/1
• RTO requests require manager approval
• Navy scrubs required for RNs
• Free parking is available around campus
• Local candidates are accepted — no radius rule applies; the same rate applies for local travelers
• Must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position before being eligible
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-684336. 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

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.