Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Redding, California.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/15/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Overview\n
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- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 15, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
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Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg-Ortho night shift position requiring a CA RN license and 2-3 years of specialty and travel nursing experience.
Details\n
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- Work in the MedSurg/Ortho unit of a Level 2 trauma acute care hospital
- 17-bed unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1 to 5
- Common diagnoses include hip, knee, shoulder, and spine cases with no drips
- Uses Cerner EMR
- 12-hour night shifts scheduled from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
- Every other weekend required, with 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule
- Holiday coverage required as part of the permanent staff rotation
- Nurses are first to float, including to telemetry at a 1 to 4 ratio and between other Med/Surg floors
- Portable telemetry box available when needed with monitor tech support
- 24/7 in-house hospitalist coverage, RT, and pharmacy support available
- One shift of unit-specific orientation provided
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Requirements\n
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- Active CA RN license required
- BLS certification required
- 2-3 years of Med/Surg-Ortho specialty experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience required
- Must be able to read and interpret telemetry and pass a dysrhythmia exam
- Navy scrub color required
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Additional Information\n
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- Care for orthopedic and general Med/Surg patients including hip, knee, shoulder, and spine cases
- Charge nurse role is a clinical supervisor position without patient assignments, providing break relief
- One nurse aide supports the unit for 8 hours per day
- No IV team available on the unit
- Holiday RTO may be requested but cannot be guaranteed
- Strong teamwork skills are required for this role
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American Traveler Job ID #P-745436. 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 - Orthopedics
About American Traveler\n \n
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.
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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.
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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.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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