Travel RN Med Surg/Progressive Care (Telemetry) - $2,175 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Show Low, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/01/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med Surg/Progressive Care (Stepdown) Unit position requiring telemetry experience, AHA certifications, and availability for 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend coverage.
Details- Acute care hospital setting in a Med Surg/Progressive Care (Stepdown) unit
- 18-bed telemetry unit with 6 PCU-capable beds, all private rooms
- Unit may house COVID patients as needed using a mixed unit setup with temporary walls and an air handling system
- RN-to-patient ratios: 1:4 for Telemetry and 1:3 for PCU/Stepdown
- Common diagnoses include AMI, Stroke/TIA, Pneumonia, Renal (dialysis), AFib with RVR, SIRS, and DM
- Telemetry monitoring via Philips monitors with a dedicated monitor tech room; RNs are expected to validate monitor tech interpretations and document every 4 hours or more frequently as needed
- Medications administered include Cardizem, amiodarone, Bumex, Lasix, Integrilin, octreotide, and Protonix
- No ventilator management required; high-flow O2 used for COVID stepdown patients and home CPAP supported
- 12-hour night shifts, 3 shifts per week
- Every other weekend required (nights: Friday & Saturday)
- Charting system: Allscripts
- May be required to float to other Med Surg units
- Active AZ RN license or compact RN license required (willingness to obtain accepted)
- Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Minimum 1 year of telemetry experience required; 2 years preferred
- Experience in a MedSurg acute care setting required
- BSN not required
- Support staff on the unit includes telemetry techs, charge nurses, HUCs, and PCTs
- CNAs split the floor, each covering up to 9 patients
- Charge nurse is available 24/7 and takes 0–2 patients when needed
- Nurse managers conduct rounds but do not provide direct patient care
- Hospitalist, Respiratory Therapy, and Pharmacy are all available in-house 24/7
- No IV team on site; nurses are expected to manage IV access independently
- Orientation consists of 2–3 days with a preceptor (approximately 8 orientation hours)
- 13-week contract
American Traveler Job ID #P-703648. 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 - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
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.