? Immediate Start: Travel Cardiac Telemetry RN - $2,020 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Salisbury
Posted on: November 4, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Salisbury, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 11/10/2025 - 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 Cardiac Telemetry unit with strong telemetry and cardiac drip experience, requiring a NC or compact RN license. Responsibilities - Work in a busy Cardiac Telemetry Unit providing care to cardiac and stroke patients - Patient assignments involve pre and post-procedure cardiac patients, cardiac drips, pacemaker and defibrillator care, and post-interventional cases - Care for patients with diagnoses including unstable angina, CHF, dysrhythmias, new CVA and TIA, and low risk chest pain - Typical nurse to patient ratios are 1:5–6 and assignments can quickly turnover - Unit uses telemetry, pulse oximetry, high flow O2, non-rebreather masks, and BiPAP for chronic use - EMR: Dimensions (Epic) with Pyxis and SBAR systems in use - 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15, with every other weekend, 2 Mondays, and 2 Fridays per 6-week schedule - Travelers must float within the hospital or to affiliate hospitals as needed - Assignment length 13–26 weeks available - Responsibilities include caring for patients post-cardiac intervention, titrating drips, and managing admissions and discharges - Unit supports up to 78–90 patient turnovers a week, with help from a team lead - Unit houses COVID-positive patients, including some on opti-flow and BiPAP during surges - Unit orientation is 36 hours; attendance required every day of week one - Navy blue or white scrubs required; jackets must match scrubs - Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays; no vacation or RTO allowed during the first week or holidays - Block scheduling is not permitted - Candidates must not have worked as a PERM/PRN/EP staff at specified health systems in the last 12 months; facility rehire approval required if previously employed - Local candidates are accepted at a different rate based on address within 50 miles - Travel pairs allowed only if assigned to different units Requirements - Active NC or compact RN license required at start - Minimum of 2 years recent cardiac telemetry experience required - Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required - IV start, telemetry, pre/post cardiac procedure, and cardiac drip skills required - Must pass EKG testing prior to start - Epic charting experience required - Must be comfortable with high volume, fast-paced environment - First-time travelers are accepted Benefits - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-624589. 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 - Cardiac 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.

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