Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,404 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 97,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Licensure reimbursement

Travel reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem

Weekly payroll

Free online CEUs

24/7 support

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Med/Surg Tele position in High Point, North Carolina. The role requires at least one year of Med/Surg Tele experience and an active NC or compact RN license. Telemetry monitoring is utilized and EPIC/Encompass are the EMR systems used.

The assignment is 13 weeks long, 48 hours per week, on a 12-hour day shift. Travel, housing stipends, and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year recent Med/Surg Tele nursing experience.
• Active NC or compact RN license required.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS.
• Experience with EMR systems Encompass or EPIC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in Med/Surg Tele unit of a teaching hospital.
• Patient population includes general med/surg, post-op, bariatric, orthopedic, surgical trauma.
• RN to patient ratio is 1:6; float to sister med-surg units as needed.
• Monitor telemetry and use EMR systems Encompass/EPIC.

Skills

Med/Surg Tele experience

Telemetry monitoring

Education

RN license (NC or compact)

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NIHSS Certification

Tools

Encompass

EPIC

Job description

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,404 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in High Point, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring at least one year of recent Med/Surg Tele experience and an active NC or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Position is in the Med/Surg Tele unit of a teaching hospital
• Unit has 36 beds with an average daily census of 33 patients
• Patient population includes general med/surg, post-operative, bariatric, orthopedic, and surgical trauma cases
• RN to patient ratio is 1:6
• Requires floating to sister med-surg units (7N and 7S) with the same ratios and expectations
• Telemetry monitoring is utilized
• EMR systems used are Encompass and EPIC
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Shift is 0700-1930
• Travelers will work 75% of holidays
• Responsibilities include caring for a diverse post-operative and med/surg patient population and providing telemetry monitoring
• Support staff includes CNAs, a charge nurse, phlebotomy, 24/7 RT, 24/7 hospitalist, and 24/7 intensivist coverage
• Orientation includes facility-wide and two days of unit-specific training
• Scrub color is royal blue
• Free parking available
• Unit culture is described as strong and supportive with strong leadership and work ethic

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 1 year recent experience in Med/Surg Tele nursing
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• General med/surg patient care experience required
• Experience with EMR systems Encompass or EPIC preferred
• Previous travel experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• 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-646297. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.