Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN - $2,077 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Chandler, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring strong telemetry skills and the ability to float between units.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute care hospital setting on the MedSurg D5 unit with a 32-bed capacity
- Patient population is approximately 80% surgical and 20% oncology with frequent ortho, urological, and abdominal surgery cases
- Assigned to night shifts with a schedule of four weekend shifts per four-week period
- 12-hour shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4 for both day and night shifts
- Required to float to MedSurg Tele B2C and B2D units and may float to a sister facility
- Tele experience is required; uses GE monitors with central monitoring tech support
- EMR is Cerner and Spectralink phones are provided
- No ventilator management required
- Unit staffed with charge nurses (who do not take assignments), unit supervisors, and PCTs or Task RNs as support
- Floor orientation includes two shifts on the assigned unit
- Prepare for a fast-paced environment caring for post-surgical, oncology, and orthopedic patients, including elective knees and hips
- Must cover one major and one minor holiday during the assignment
- Team includes charge nurse, unit supervisor, and dedicated support staff with 24/7 RT and pharmacy services
- Navy scrubs are required
- Must call physicians directly; ICU pharmacist and SWAT nurse available for complex situations
- Travelers who fail required testing are DNU for six months at related facilities
- Returning candidates may not have been directly employed (FT, PT, PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year
- First-time travelers will be considered
Requirements
- Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of application; pending licenses will not be considered
- Valid driver’s license required for consideration
- Minimum two years of recent Med/Surg experience within the past six months
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; must be active at time of consideration
- Strong telemetry experience required, including ability to read strips and titrate Amiodarone and Cardizem (down only)
- Must pass a dysrhythmia (Relias) exam within 48 hours of offer (maximum two attempts)
- Must pass a simulation lab on day one of orientation (pass/fail)
- Cannot reside within 50 miles of the facility
- Must provide two professional references: one supervisor from the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the past three years
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-648510. 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
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.