Travel Contract

Med Surg Tele RN
Winchester, KY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,915/week

Posted 5 days ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks
Setting
Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,915/week

Description

Assignment Overview

Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position requiring 2+ years of experience and a KY or compact RN license.

Details

13-week travel assignment on a 36-bed Med/Surg unit in a community hospital setting
Night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
Every other weekend required
Patient ratios of 5:1 and 6:1 with frequent admissions and discharges on day shift
Patient population ranges from age 18 to geriatric
Floating to step-down units required to support Med/Surg coverage as needed
Uses Baxter IV pumps, Omnicell, JP drains, Hemovac drains, NG tubes, and PEG tubes
Documents using the MedHost EHR system

Requirements

Active RN license (KY or Compact) required
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
ADN or BSN required
Experience with IVs, NG tubes, PICC and central line care, and catheter care required
Experience providing post-op surgical care for general surgery, total knee and hip replacement, hernia repair, and colectomy patients required
Preferred experience with foley catheters, IV insertion, telemetry, tube feeding, and stroke care
Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

Care for patients with diagnoses including total joint replacement, general surgery, COPD, diabetes, dementia, dialysis, stroke, NSTEMI, CHF, and A-Fib
Team-oriented environment requiring a self-starter mentality
Navy and black scrubs required; casual wear and Crocs not permitted
Candidates must reside 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate
Weekly orientation held on Mondays
Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the past 12 months are not eligible
Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full-time while on assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-770241. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg

Employer

American Traveler

4.9rating(130 reviews)

85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

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ED - Emergency Department (RN)

5.0rating

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

Review of Savannah Albrecht on Oct 1, 2026

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About

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.

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