American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of experience and TN or compact RN licensure. Details Med/Surg Tele unit setting Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30 Every other weekend or 2 weekends per month required Primary day ratio 1:5, primary night ratio 1:6, with team nursing model potentially used at greater ratios Float required in accordance with facility floating policies Cerner charting system experience preferred but not required Requirements Active TN or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration Current certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS, and NIHSS Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required (2-3 years preferred) Must pass EKG testing prior to start date Certifications and licensure must not expire within 45 days of start date Travel experience required with Med/Surg background Skills preferred: IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, blood product administration, BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy care, continuous bladder irrigation, hemodialysis management, renal failure care, CVA and seizure disorder management, substance withdrawal care, feeding tube management, heparin protocols, cardiac drip management (no titration), wound care/wound vac, pre/post cardiac cath care, and telemetry monitoring Additional Information Provide nursing care on a Med/Surg Tele unit with telemetry monitoring responsibilities Holiday RTO requests will not be accommodated for a specified list of holidays and surrounding days; holiday RTO must be addressed with the unit manager onsite via RTO form RTO requests cannot occur within 14 days of start date and cannot exceed 7 days Local candidates accepted at a reduced rate within 75 miles of the facility; candidates residing greater than 75 miles qualify for traveler rate Permanent address must match W4 and state RN license, with proof of residency required within 48 hours of offer acceptance if applicable Previous perm staff cannot return to the same campus within 24 months, but may return to a different campus within Covenant Health after 12 months Related or married travel team members cannot be placed on the same unit Floating assignments comply with Joint Commission standards, including appropriate orientation to the new unit Bi-weekly orientation schedule in place Non-billable training modules completed during orientation and annually, with hours varying by department American Traveler Job ID P-785196. 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 - 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.