Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lima, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 04/20/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Apr 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position on a cardiac-focused unit requiring ACLS, NIH Stroke certification, and the ability to manage cardiac drips on night shift.
Details
- 36-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit (8AB) in a hospital setting
- Patient population includes cardiac rule-out (stress test, echo), CHF exacerbations, pre/post cardiac cath, and alcohol detox patients
- Cardiac drips include Cardizem, Nitro, and Heparin — no pressors; ability to titrate drips is expected
- Equipment includes Alaris pumps and Hercules beds
- Lines and devices include JP drains, occasional stable chest tubes, ports, PICC lines, and chronic BiPAP/CPAP patients; no specialty lines, acute respiratory needs are transferred
- Occasional chronic trach patients; no ventilators
- Max oxygen delivery is nasal cannula
- 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend, every other holiday
- Unit secretary on-site Monday–Friday, 7a–3p; 2–4 PCTs depending on volume and staffing
- Night shift charge nurses take a patient assignment; day shift charge varies by census
- EMR: Epic (training preferred)
Requirements
- Active OH RN license or valid Compact RN license currently in hand
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
- Pre/post cardiac cath experience required
- Ability to titrate cardiac drips (Cardizem, Nitro, Heparin)
- Must pass a dysrhythmia/EKG exam (study guide provided; two attempts allowed on first day)
- Proof of address required for consideration (e.g., Driver's License, voter registration card, federal tax return, military form, or W-2)
- Full SSN and date of birth (MM/DD) required for consideration
- 1 supervisory reference required for consideration
- Nursys license verification required for consideration
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, developing and implementing care plans, administering medications, and coordinating care across the interdisciplinary team
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
- Local candidates are not accepted
- Interviews are conducted via ITO (interview-to-offer) process
American Traveler Job ID #P-692409. 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.