Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $2,002 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Americus, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/08/2026
- Duration: 17 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
- Length: 17 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg (Acute Care) position requiring a GA or compact RN license, at least 1 year of hospital Med/Surg experience, and availability for every other weekend shifts.
Details- Acute care hospital setting with a 36-bed Med/Surg unit
- Patient population includes CHF, COPD, ESRD, pneumonia, renal failure, sickle cell crisis, orthopedic surgery, bariatric surgery, AMS, and sepsis
- Telemetry monitoring is present on the unit; nurses are not required to read strips
- RN/LPN patient ratio is 6:1; CNA ratio is 12:1
- Charting is performed in MEDITECH
- Day shift: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Every other weekend required
- Holiday coverage is required
- Occasional floating to other units may be required
- No drips or ventilator management required
- Hospitalist in house 24/7; Respiratory Therapy available 24/7
- No dedicated IV team; PICC team may be consulted as needed
- Charge nurses and nurse aides are present on the unit
- Active GA RN license or compact RN license (must be in hand at time of consideration)
- Required certifications: BLS (AHA) and NIHSS
- ACLS certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a hospital Med/Surg unit
- MEDITECH EMR experience beneficial
- Driver's license required for consideration
- Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility (measured from the address on their driver's license) to be eligible
- Floor-specific orientation consists of 3 shifts (16 orientation hours total)
- Scrub colors required: white tops and hunter green pants
- Candidates who have been employed by this facility within the last 12 months are not eligible for placement
- Time off and scheduling requests are honored only if submitted prior to the start of the assignment
- Cancellation policy allows up to 12 hours of cancellation every 2 weeks
American Traveler Job ID #P-709166. 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
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.