Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $1,948 per week

American Traveler; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

A leading travel nursing agency is seeking a Travel RN Med Surg for a position in Sierra Vista, Arizona. This role requires at least 1 year of Med/Surg experience, an active AZ RN license, and AHA certifications. Nurses will manage a 6:1 patient ratio in an acute care setting with shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM. They offer benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) match. This is a travel assignment of 13 weeks with 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg or relevant healthcare experience required.
• Active AZ or Compact RN license required.
• AHA certifications required, not equivalent cards.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute care in a Med/Surg unit.
• Manage patient ratios of 6:1.
• Adhere to day shift hours from 7A to 7P.

Skills

Med/Surg experience

Telemetry experience

Education

Active AZ or Compact RN license

AHA-certified BLS

AHA-certified ACLS

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Sierra Vista, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/20/2026
• 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: Apr 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg travel assignment in Sierra Vista, AZ, requiring a minimum of 1 year of experience and AHA-certified BLS and ACLS.

Details

• Acute care Med/Surg unit in a 34-bed facility
• Patient population includes geriatric, adult, and occasional pediatric patients (peds not assigned to travelers)
• Patient types include telemetry, surgical, and general medical
• Patient ratio of 6:1
• Equipment includes Alaris pumps, SCD machines, feeding tubes, and telemetry monitors
• EMR: Cerner
• Day shift: 7A–7P
• Occasional weekend shifts required (same hours apply)
• May be placed on call when unit is understaffed
• Floating may include caring for inpatient holds

Requirements

• Active AZ or Compact RN license required
• AHA-certified BLS and ACLS required
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg or relevant healthcare experience required
• Telemetry experience preferred
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• AHA certifications (not equivalent cards) required

Additional Information

• Candidates must not have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months
• Candidates must not be employed full-time elsewhere during the assignment
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Any color scrubs are acceptable; closed‑toe shoes required for clinical staff
• First‑time travelers are not preferred — at least one year of travel experience is recommended

American Traveler Job ID #P-693969. 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

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.