Local Contract Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a local contract nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a local contract nursing job in Macon, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital, working 12-hour night shifts with a minimum of 2 years of Med/Tele RN experience required.

Details

• Inpatient Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a 637-licensed-bed Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations
• 35-bed unit consistently at full census
• Patient population includes adults with acute or chronic illness, post-op surgical patients, and common med-surg comorbidities such as diabetes, hypertension, CHF, infections, and electrolyte imbalances
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4–6, supported by LPNs and CNAs
• Telemetry monitored via a Central Telemetry Unit
• Procedures include trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, Glucommander, insulin drips, heparin drips, IV insertion, central line management, wound care, and post-op monitoring
• EMR: Epic (experience noted)
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, Philips monitors, portable vital sign monitors (Dynamap), bladder scanners, external fixators, JP/Hemovac drains, PCA pain management, and suction machines
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p–7a, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation: 6 shifts per 6-week schedule
• Floating required to all adult Med/Surg and Telemetry units within the facility
• No on-call or call-back requirements

Requirements

• Active GA or Compact RN license required
• BLS and Basic Cardiac Rhythm (BCR) certifications required; candidates must pass an EKG competency exam
• ACLS preferred but not required
• Medical-Surgical national certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Experience at a Level 1 Trauma or academic teaching hospital preferred
• Proficiency with telemetry interpretation, cardiac monitoring, IV therapy, central line management, wound care, and drip titration required
• Epic EMR experience
• One professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN required for consideration
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• CNAs assist with vital signs, glucose checks, bathing, feeding, ambulation, turning, hourly rounding, and patient transport; a dedicated hospital transport team is also available
• Unit secretaries are on the unit from 7a–11p; house-wide call secretary coverage from 11p–7a
• Charge nurses, discharge nurses, and a resource float team provide additional support; respiratory therapy, hospitalists, and intensivists are available 24/7
• Nurses draw labs from CVLs; a PICC team is available but there is no general IV team
• Orientation consists of 1 day of facility orientation with educational modules followed by 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to cover 75% of holidays
• RN scrub color: Navy
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered
• Local candidates are accepted — no radius rule applies; local travelers receive the same rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-721596L. 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.