American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position in a Clinical Decision Unit at a Level 3 Trauma, Certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center, requiring at least 18 months of Med/Tele RN experience and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Work in a 24-bed Clinical Decision Unit within a 241-bed Level 3 Trauma hospital that is also a Certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center
- Patient population includes a variety of diagnoses such as cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions in a fast-paced observation setting
- RN-to-patient ratio is 1:5-6 (day and night), with potential surge ratios up to 1:7-8; CNA support at 1:12
- Common procedures include cardiac rhythm interpretation, administration of non-titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem/Amiodarone), IV starts, blood product administration, wound care, and care of patients with tubes/drains
- EMR: Epic (minimum 6 months of experience required)
- IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell; bedside monitoring: Masimo in all rooms; telemetry monitoring performed remotely by tele tech
- 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week; shift times are 6:45 PM–7:15 AM
- Weekend rotation every other weekend
- Floating is required within the region and scope of practice, covering Region 3 facilities: Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, and Central Division (CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH)
Requirements
- Active NC or compact RN license required
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Minimum 18 months of Med/Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
- At least 6 months of Epic EMR experience required
- Core Med/Tele skillset required: cardiac rhythm interpretation, non-titrating cardiac drip administration, IV starts, blood product administration, wound care, and care of patients with tubes/drains
- Must be willing and able to float to multiple regional facilities as needed — candidates who are not agreeable to floating should not apply
- Minimum 1 professional reference dated within one year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
- Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted
- Former permanent employees of any Advocate Health Southeast (AHSE) facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered
- Department support includes CNAs, a charge nurse (may carry a patient assignment), phlebotomy, an IV/VAT team, respiratory therapy (24/7), an intensivist (24/7), and a hospitalist (on-site during days, virtual evenings/overnight)
- Orientation includes NEO followed by 2 days of departmental orientation
- Schedule is planned on a 6-week cycle
- Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; additional time may be added to the end of the contract if contracted hours are not met
- Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
- Low census call is possible; night shift travelers may be called back until 3:00 AM
- Scrubs: Navy
- Free parking is available on-site
American Traveler Job ID #P-695792. 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.