American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Concord, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/03/2026
- 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: Aug 3, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Post Surgical Care Med/Surg Tele position at a Level III Trauma Teaching Hospital in Concord, NC, requiring at least 18 months of Med/Tele experience and a night shift schedule.
Details
- Post Surgical Care unit in a 457-bed Level III Trauma Teaching Hospital with designations including Chest Pain Center, Stroke Center of Excellence, and Bariatric Center of Excellence
- 32-bed unit serving a post-surgical patient population including small bowel obstructions, general surgery (colectomy, colon/small bowel resections, nephrectomy, hysterectomy, mastectomy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repairs, splenectomy, thyroidectomy), kidney stones, pneumothorax, bariatric surgery, rib fractures, hip fractures, joint replacements, and cellulitis
- RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4–6, with potential surge ratios of 1:7–8
- 12-hour night shifts (1900–0700), 36 hours per week
- Every other weekend rotation required
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating required throughout Region 1, which includes Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, and Central Division (CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH – peds only); candidates unwilling to float to all facilities within the region should not apply
- EMR: Epic (experience required)
- Equipment includes BD Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, Masimo monitors, and remote telemetry monitoring
Requirements
- Active NC or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 18 months of Med/Tele RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
- Proficiency in tracheostomy care, chest tube management, PIV starts, NG tubes, ostomy care, wound care, drain management, continuous bladder irrigation, tube feeds, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Must provide last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth for consideration
- Minimum of 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside 50+ miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
- Former permanent employees of any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Unit support includes NA+ CNAs (4 per shift), 24/7 charge nurse coverage, 24/7 phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and intensivist; resource nurse available based on staffing
- Orientation includes facility NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
- Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
- Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; unmet contracted hours must be made up by extending the contract
- Schedule is posted in 6-week cycles
- Scrubs: Navy required
- Free parking available
American Traveler Job ID #P-729884. 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.