Travel Float Pool RN - Med/Surg Telemetry - $1,930 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Rome, Georgia.

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: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Float Pool Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 2 Trauma teaching hospital in Rome, GA, requiring at least 2 years of Med/Surg Tele experience and ACLS certification.

Details

• Float Pool position covering all Med/Surg and Critical Care areas, including ED boarders and potentially ICU or ER
• Level 2 Trauma designated teaching hospital with a residency program, Chest Pain Center, and Stroke Center
• Med/Surg patient populations include oncology, orthopedic, general surgery/trauma, pulmonology, and vascular/bariatric surgery cases
• Critical care patient populations include neurology stepdown, cardiac stepdown, observation/decision unit, and combined ICU (medical, surgical, neuro, cardiac)
• Common diagnoses include stroke, chest pain/cardiac events, trauma, respiratory illness, sepsis, oncology, orthopedic injuries, and surgical cases
• EMR: Epic (experience preferred)
• Equipment used includes Glucommander, cardiac monitors, Precision BBG monitors, Alaris pumps, specialty beds, BiPAP, ventilators, and Virtual Patient Observer (VPO) technology
• 12-hour night shifts, 7P–7A, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• On-call may be requested during low census, though this is rare
• 70% of assigned holidays required
• Floating required across all Med/Surg and Critical Care units, including ED boarders; ICU and ER float possible

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA state or Compact license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and CPI (CPI may be provided by the facility if not already held)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Med/Surg Tele specialty required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Skills required: basic arrhythmia interpretation, Foley catheter irrigation, PCA, epidural management, CPM, Buck's traction, and drain & chest tube management
• Knowledge of cardiac drips and experience with neuro, cardiac, pulmonary, ortho, trauma, and surgical patients required
• 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN required for consideration
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Support staff includes CNAs/nurse techs, respiratory therapists, phlebotomists, educators, safety sitters, Virtual Patient Observers (VPO), a Virtual RN (currently on 4 West), and security
• Orientation consists of one week of New Employee Orientation (NEO), Monday–Friday 8:00AM–4:30PM, followed by 2–3 days of departmental orientation on the floor
• Department culture emphasizes teamwork, speaking up for help, responding promptly to call lights and telemetry alerts
• Scrubs: Navy required
• Parking is free on-site
• First-time travelers will be considered, though not preferred
• Local candidates are accepted — no radius rule applies, same rate for local travelers in GA
• Candidates who have worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-710774. 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.