Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Monroe, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position that requires strong cardiac skills and a NC or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 44-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes cardiac-focused cases such as chest pain, MI, N-STEMI, cardiac arrhythmias, medical overflow, and potential stroke patients
• RN to patient ratio is typically 1:4-5
• 12-hour night shifts beginning at 7pm with every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Tele monitors and general med-surg equipment are used, with Epic as the EMR
• Floating required within Region 2 facilities according to scope of practice, with paid time for mid-shift travel between sites
• Responsibilities include caring for cardiac and potential stroke patients with medical and telemetry needs
• Support is provided by CNAs, charge nurses, ancillary staff for phlebotomy and IV/VAT, and a centralized telemetry tech team
• Department culture is patient-centered, supportive, and collegial
• Scrub color is navy
• Free parking is provided behind the hospital
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the home unit for eligibility
• Travelers expected to cover 75% of holidays as required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Two days of departmental orientation provided

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 2 years recent Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience
• Proficiency in reading telemetry and managing cardiac patients, including experience with non-titrating drips such as Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Heparin
• General med-surg RN skills including IV starts, drain/tube management, wound care, NGT placement, and central line management
• Must be able to use Epic for charting

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts