Travel Cardiac Med/Surg Telemetry RN - $1,804 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Macon, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements 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 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma, teaching hospital, caring for cardiac and step-down ICU patients on a 12-hour day shift schedule. Details Work setting is a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma designated teaching hospital with a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center Unit is a 30-bed cardiac med/surg telemetry floor (5 Heart) Patient population includes pre/post cardiac and step-down ICU patients with diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, STEMI, NSTEMI, and sepsis Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4–6; 2–3 CNAs are available per shift 12-hour day shifts, 7A–7P, on a 6-week scheduling cycle Weekend rotation requires 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule No on-call responsibilities Floating required to all in-house med/surg telemetry units EMR is Epic; experience preferred Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Philips monitors, VS3 vital sign monitors, and Nova Glucose Stat Strips Requirements Active GA or Compact RN license required BLS and Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR/EKG rhythm interpretation) certifications required ACLS preferred but not required Medical-surgical nursing national certification preferred but not required Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year Proficiency in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, and central line management required Experience with glucommander, insulin drips, heparin drips, and cardiac rate-titrating drips required Skills in wound care, post-op monitoring, telemetry interpretation, and cardiac monitoring required At least 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN dated within the last year required for consideration Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration Additional Information First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates are accepted; no radius rule applies — the same rate is offered regardless of proximity to the facility Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position with an AHSE facility must be separated for at least 1 year before being eligible Orientation consists of 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules followed by 2 days of departmental orientation Holiday coverage is required — travelers are expected to work approximately 75% of major holidays, including 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 RNs are required to wear navy scrubs Department support includes CNAs, a unit secretary (7A–11P), a house-wide call secretary (11P–7A), a charge nurse, a PICC team, discharge nurses, a resource float team, 24/7 RT, hospitalist, intensivist, and a central telemetry monitoring unit A clinical interview with the unit manager is required as part of the hiring process American Traveler Job ID P-684333. 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.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386