Travel Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse

Company: American Traveler
Location: Rochester
Posted on: January 8, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 02/09/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel /n Job Description/n American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN with a NY license and strong dysrhythmia interpretation skills for a night shift assignment. /n /n Responsibilities/n - Work in a med/surg telemetry unit caring for cardiac patients - Night shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts, 19:00 to 07:00 - Patient ratios are 5-7:1 days/evenings and 6-10:1 for nights depending on census - Support staff includes PCTs for vital signs, ADLs, EKGs, and an in-house phlebotomy team for peripheral lab draws - Nursing staff are responsible for PICC and central line care - Use of Epic charting system is preferred - Floating to like units within scope may be required - Every other weekend work required - No on-call required - Block scheduling may be accommodated but is not guaranteed - Responsibilities include management of cardiac patients with telemetry monitoring, including dysrhythmia recognition and rapid response team activation as needed - Must be able to manage isolation precautions and various oxygen delivery systems - Scrub color requirement is any combination of navy and white - First-time travelers are welcome to apply - No more than 1 week of requested time off allowed per contract /n /n Requirements/n - Active NY RN license required at time of submission - At least 1 year of recent MS/Tele RN experience - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required - Strong skills in dysrhythmia interpretation and management, use of Rapid Response Teams, peripheral line care, oxygen devices, and non-invasive airway management - Experience with Epic EMR preferred - No local candidates within 75 miles /n Benefits/n - 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 /n American Traveler Job ID P-654715. 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 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.

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