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, academic teaching hospital with a diverse patient population including stroke, brain injury, and post-op cases.

• Work on a 20-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit (5 East) within a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma academic teaching hospital that includes a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
• Patient population includes stroke and brain injury patients, acute and chronic illness, post-op surgical cases, and common med-surg co-morbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, CHF, infections, and electrolyte imbalances
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4–6, supported by LPNs and CNAs per shift
• 12-hour day shifts (7a–7p), with night shifts (7p–7a) also possible based on scheduling needs
• Weekend rotation of 6 shifts per 6-week schedule (approximately every other weekend)
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required to all adult med-surg and telemetry units within the facility
• EMR:
  Epic (experience preferred)

• Active RN license — GA or Compact license required
• Current BLS and Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) certifications required; ACLS preferred
• Medical-surgical national certification preferred but not required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, insulin drips, heparin drips, and titratable drips
• Experience with IV insertion and care, central line management, wound care, and post-op monitoring
• Cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation skills required
• Strong clinical assessment skills appropriate for a Level 1 Trauma environment
• One professional reference dated within the past year required, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

• Unit is described as busy but team-oriented, with strong interdisciplinary support including charge nurses, unit secretaries (7a–11p), hospitalists, intensivists, and RT available 24/7
• Central Telemetry Unit provides remote monitoring support
• PICC team available; nurses are responsible for draws from central venous lines
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Philips monitors, Glucommander, PCA pain management systems, bladder scanners, and portable vital sign monitors
• Orientation consists of 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules followed by 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of major holidays; holiday coverage includes Thanksgiving or the day after, Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve or New Year's Day
• RTO requests require manager approval
• RN scrub color is navy blue
• Free parking is available around campus; paid parking decks are also an option
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who previously held a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible
• Local candidates are accepted — no radius rule applies; local travelers receive the same rate

American Traveler Job  #P-684335. 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.