Med Surg Telemetry Nurse
Tuscaloosa, AL
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,218/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Med Surg/Telemetry Pulmonary – Tuscaloosa, AL
Start Date: July 20, 2026
Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts with every other weekend and holiday rotation as required. 36 or 48 hours per week available. 13-week assignment with biweekly orientation.
Highlights:
- Work in a 36-bed telemetry unit specializing in pulmonary care and respiratory disorders
- Collaborate with respiratory therapy, physical therapy, care management, and pharmacy departments
- 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio focused on delivering high-quality, specialized care
- Opportunity to develop expertise in respiratory skills while maintaining general medicine knowledge
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week with overtime available after 48 hours
- Flexibility to work 36 or 48 hours per week based on your preference
Requirements:
- Active Alabama or Compact RN license (temporary licenses not accepted)
- AHA BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of recent nursing experience; candidates with 18 months may be considered
- At least 1 year of experience in specialty area required
- ASN degree required
- Willingness to float to other units as needed
- Meditech charting system experience preferred
Why Join Us?
This 13-week travel assignment offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated pulmonary team caring for patients with a wide range of lung diseases and respiratory conditions. Enjoy competitive compensation, guaranteed hours, and a supportive environment that values collaborative, patient-centered care. Local candidates are welcome to apply.
Employer
American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
About Tuscaloosa, AL
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Tuscaloosa, AL here's what you should know:- Tuscaloosa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 91°F, average low: 70°F.
- Winter average high: 56°F, average low: 34°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Tuscaloosa.
- Tuscaloosa is car-friendly, with public transportation options also available.
- Tuscaloosa has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Tuscaloosa offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities near the Black Warrior River.
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