Telemetry RN
Baton Rouge, LA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,878/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration8 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care159 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
- Length: 8 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry RN for a night shift position requiring compact or LA RN license and telemetry/medsurg experience.
Details
- Work in the Telemetry unit of a hospital setting
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:45-7:15)
- Day ratios of 1:5 and night ratios of 1:6
- Float required
- Call required
- Weekend coverage required every other weekend
- Uses Epic EMR
Requirements
- Active RN license (Compact or Louisiana) required in hand
- Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
- ACLS certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year of telemetry or medsurg experience required
- Experience with cardiac drips and EKG required
- Driver's license required for consideration
Additional Information
- May be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergency events, with expectation to remain onsite or serve on a relief team
- Holiday availability required for 2 of 4 designated holiday periods: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
- Two manager or supervisor references required prior to start (charge RNs not accepted)
- Candidates must reside more than 65 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
- Former permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have a 1-year separation before returning as travelers
- All requested time off must be disclosed on the profile and discussed during interview
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Facility
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge
4 nurses recommend working with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge

Pros
Great team work traveler friendly
Cons
None
- Short Term Acute Care
- 159 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
Baton Rouge, LA
About
Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana and rich in history, culture and culinary traditions. Known for its plantations, you can tour these establishments just outside the city limits to learn what everyday life was like and about the history of slavery in the United States. For those interested in Cajun and Creole cuisine, Baton Rouge brings these distinctive cultures together and is renowned for authentic dishes served at several restaurants, including The Chimes, Louisiana Lagniappe and Gino's Restaurant. Bayou tours offer a look into a slice of life that many outsiders don’t get a chance to see. The city is also home to several music venues featuring local musical styles, such as the Varsity Theatre and the Baton Rouge River Center.
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