Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse - $...

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/17/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position requiring a minimum of 18 months of experience, Cerner proficiency, and an IN or Compact RN license. Responsibilities Hospital-based Med/Surg Telemetry unit Patient population includes primarily medical cases such as COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, COVID-19, chest pain, and small bowel obstruction, with a smaller surgical caseload (approx. 1–3 post-surgical cases/day) including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, colectomy, mastectomy, appendectomy, and cholecystectomy Patient ratio of 1:6 Day shift: 3x12-hour shifts (6:00–18:30) Every other weekend required Floating within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital is required Cerner EMR — experience required First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates are not accepted for this position Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays Up to 5 days of RTO may be auto-approved Former permanent or PRN employees of IU Health must have been separated for at least 12 months before being eligible to apply as a traveler Requirements Active IN or Compact RN license currently in hand Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or RQI accepted) Minimum 18 months to 2 years of RN experience required Telemetry experience required IV insertion skills required Cerner charting experience required Nursing degree from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited institution required Indiana-licensed RNs are not eligible for this position (MS/Tele RN positions are excluded from the IN RN exemption policy) 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-675356. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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