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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, evenings Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry night shift position requiring NIH Stroke Certification and a trauma-level hospital background. Details Work in a 34-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit within an acute care hospital Patient ratio of 1:4-6 on day shift and 1:5-7 on night shift Night shift schedule from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM Required to work every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per pay period Floating required to other Med/Surg units and occasionally to the ED holding pod Uses Cerner EMR Typical procedures include IV fluids, tube feeds, peg feedings, and IV antibiotics Requirements Active RN license (NC or Compact) currently in hand Current certifications: BLS and NIH Stroke Certification (NIHSS) ACLS preferred 2 years of RN experience required Telemetry rhythm interpretation skills required Strong critical thinking, time management, and patient assessment skills required for med surg level patients Must be able to recognize and escalate changes in patient acuity to appropriate staff Additional Information Provide telemetry nursing care to adult med/surg patients, monitoring for changes in acuity and escalating care as needed Collaborate with charge nurses, CNAs, and providers as part of a team-based unit Attend shift huddles at 0650 or 1850 depending on shift Clock in no earlier than 0638 or 1838 depending on shift, and clock out/in for meal breaks Navy blue scrub color required Strong communication skills and punctuality expected Team-oriented personality valued, including willingness to assist CNAs and fellow nurses No gaps in work history exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates not accepted American Traveler Job ID P-777424. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry 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.