Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN - $1,930 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
• StartDate: 08/17/2026
• 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 17, 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, requiring at least 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience and a GA or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in a 35-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit within a 637-bed Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital with a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
• Patient population includes adults with acute or chronic illnesses, post-op surgical patients, and those with common med-surg comorbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, CHF, infections, and electrolyte imbalances
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4–6, supported by LPNs and 2–3 CNAs per shift
• Specialized skills utilized include trach care, chest tube management, glucommander, insulin drips, heparin drips, cardiac telemetry monitoring, IV insertion, central line management, and wound care
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Philips monitors, Glucommander, PCA pain management systems, bladder scanners, and portable vital sign monitors
• Central Telemetry Unit provides cardiac monitoring support
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p–7a, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation of 6 shifts per 6-week schedule
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required to all adult med-surg and telemetry units within the facility

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA or compact license required
• Current BLS certification required
• Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) interpretation competency required — candidates must pass an EKG competency exam
• ACLS preferred but not required
• Medical-Surgical national certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Experience at a Level 1 Trauma or academic teaching hospital preferred
• Strong clinical assessment skills including telemetry interpretation, IV starts, central line management, and post-op monitoring
• At least 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• CNA support includes vital signs, glucose checks, patient bathing, feeding, ambulation, turning, and hourly rounding; a dedicated hospital Transport Team handles patient transport
• Unit secretary is available on-unit from 7a–11p; house-wide call secretary covers 11p–7a
• Charge nurse, respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and intensivist are available 24/7
• PICC team available; nurses are responsible for draws from central venous lines (CVLs); most units use lab-collect phlebotomy
• Resource team and discharge nurses float to all units as needed
• Orientation consists of 1 day of facility-level orientation with educational modules followed by 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays
• Scrub color for RNs is navy blue
• Free parking is available around campus
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must be separated from that facility for at least 1 year before being considered
• Local candidates are accepted — no radius rule applies, and the same rate applies for local travelers at this GA facility

American Traveler Job ID #P-719935. 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.