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 seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience and a GA or compact RN license.

• Work in a 30-bed cardiac telemetry unit (7 Heart) within a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital
• Patient population includes those with heart failure, A-fib, acute/chronic kidney disease, respiratory failure, COPD, asthma, NSTEMI, sepsis, and diabetes, as well as post-op and post-cardiac procedure patients
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4–6; supported by LPNs (1:4–6) and 2–3 CNAs per shift
• Skilled procedures include trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, glucommander, insulin drips, heparin drips, cardiac telemetry interpretation, central line management, wound care, groin management, and Foley care
• EMR:
  Epic (experience required); IV pumps:
  Alaris; medication dispensing:
  Pyxis; monitors:
  Philips
• Unit equipment includes VS3 vital sign monitors, portable Dynamap monitors, bladder scanners, portable oxygen, external fixators, chest tubes, JP/Hemovac drains, glucommander, PCA pumps, and suction machines
• 12-hour day shifts, 7a–7p, with 36 hours per week; night shift (7p–7a) scheduling is also possible
• Weekend rotation: 6 shifts per 6-week schedule
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required to all adult med/surg and telemetry units within the facility

• Active RN license — GA state or compact license required
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) competency — candidates must pass an EKG competency exam as part of compliance
• Medical-Surgical nursing national certification preferred but not required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Experience in a Level 1 Trauma and/or teaching hospital setting strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Epic EMR required
• Strong cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation skills required
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

• CNAs assist with vital signs, glucose checks, baths, feeding, ambulation, turning, hourly rounding, and patient transport; a dedicated hospital transport team is available
• Unit secretary coverage available 7a–11p; house-wide call secretary available overnight
• Charge nurse, resource nurses, and discharge nurses are available for support; resource team floats to all units
• Telemetry is monitored via a Central Telemetry Unit
• Respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage available 24/7
• PICC team available; nurses are responsible for draws from central venous lines
• Orientation consists of 1 day of general facility orientation with educational modules plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Holiday coverage required — travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays, including one shift of each major holiday (Thanksgiving or day after, 12/24 or 12/25, and 12/31 or 1/1)
• RTO requests require manager approval
• Navy scrubs required for RNs
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following permanent employment before being eligible
• No radius rule — local candidates in GA are accepted at the same rate as traveling candidates

American Traveler Job  #P-684327. 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.