Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $1,792 per week

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: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position in an Admission Holding unit at a Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.

Details

• Work in an 8-bed Admission Holding unit (4A) within a large 885-bed Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center and designated Chest Pain and Stroke Center
• Patient population includes general medical cases with cardiac, pneumonia, UTI, chest pain, and fluid overload diagnoses
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4; CNA support ratio of 1:8
• Telemetry monitoring is available on the unit; RNs are responsible for reading and interpreting rhythm strips during their shift
• Common procedures and skills include PCA management, surgical drains, wound care, telemetry/cardiac rhythm interpretation, and Cardizem/Amiodarone drip administration
• EMR: Epic; IV pump: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell
• 12-hour day shifts, 0630–1900, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating may be required to any adult unit within the traveler's scope of practice

Requirements

• Active NC RN license or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg Telemetry or related unit experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring required
• Experience with PCAs, surgical drains, wound care, and vasoactive drips (Cardizem/Amiodarone) preferred; must be willing to learn if not already experienced
• Epic EMR experience
• 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
• Must have been separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position prior to being eligible

Additional Information

• Unit support staff includes CNAs (vital signs, blood glucose checks, hourly safety rounds, ADLs), a Receptionist/HUC, and a Charge Nurse (primarily free-floating, may occasionally carry a full assignment)
• Phlebotomy services are available for peripheral blood draws; RNs are responsible for starting their own IVs (no IV/VAT team)
• Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage available 24/7
• Orientation includes facility-level NEO followed by 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travel experience is preferred; first-time travelers may be considered
• 50% holiday coverage required
• Scrubs: Royal Blue; parking is complimentary
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-730949. 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.