Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,404 per ...

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a Level 1 Trauma, academic medical center in Winston-Salem, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg experience and an active NC or Compact RN license. Responsibilities Work in a Transitional Care Unit (TCU) within a 20-bed Med/Surg Tele unit (split across two areas, 5A and 5B) at an 885-bed Level 1 Trauma academic medical center Patient population includes general medical patients with diagnoses such as CHF, COPD, kidney/liver/GI/respiratory conditions, CIWA, infections, and wounds; some surgical and other service line patients may also be admitted Patient ratio is 1:5 Skills required include trachs, chest tubes, IV starts, wound care, dressing changes, wound vacs, drains, central line blood draws, and cardiac rhythm interpretation Non-titrating drip experience required: Heparin, Lasix, and Protonix Non-titrating drip experience preferred: Cardizem and Amiodarone (training available if not experienced) EMR is Epic; experience is expected IV pumps used: Alaris; medication dispensing via Omnicell Bedside monitors with a central monitor at the nurses' station are used for telemetry monitoring Shift hours are 0630–1900 (12-hour days) 36 hours available per week Weekend rotation is every other weekend No on-call or call-back requirements Floating within scope of practice at the hospital may be required RTO of up to 7 days may be approved per contract Unit is supported by 1 CNA per sub-unit (5A and 5B), a shared charge nurse (who may take patients), phlebotomy 24/7, respiratory therapy 24/7, hospitalists 24/7, and residents 24/7 New employee orientation (NEO) followed by 2 orientation shifts on the unit Schedule is built in 6-week increments; travelers are placed into open slots in the schedule 50% of holidays during the contract are required to be worked Royal blue scrubs are required Free parking is available Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered Requirements Active NC or Compact RN license required Current BLS and ACLS certifications required Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience required, with most recent experience within the last year Experience with trachs, chest tubes, IV starts, wound care, wound vacs, drains, and cardiac rhythm interpretation required Non-titrating drip experience with Heparin, Lasix, and Protonix required Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN, required for consideration First-time travelers will not be considered for this position 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 American Traveler Job ID P-677842. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a

Created: 2026-03-04