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American Traveler lists this Travel Medical Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,452 per week opportunity in iron mountain, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description & Requirements
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Iron Mountain, Michigan.
Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 03/30/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, rotating
Employment Type: Travel
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Tele unit at a Level 4 Trauma, Critical Access hospital in Michigan, requiring at least 1 year of Med/Surg or Med/Surg Telemetry experience and comfort with limited onsite resources.
Responsibilities
Acute care setting on a Med/Tele unit with 24 inpatient beds and up to 10 observation/day surgery patients
Common diagnoses include NHP, cellulitis, UTI, COPD, GU conditions, pacemaker, sepsis, nursing home placements, and day surgical cases including orthopedic (hips and knees), cholecystectomies, appendectomies, and TURPS-CBI
Small pediatric population exists on the unit but travelers are generally not assigned pediatric patients unless they have prior pediatric experience
Nurse-to-patient ratios are 5:1 on day shift and 6:1 at 11 PM; team nursing with LPNs follows a 2:7 ratio
Telemetry monitoring is reviewed in the ICU daily; basic arrhythmia knowledge required with a physical monitor at the nurses' station
RNs are not required to titrate drips
RT is available 24/7 and oversees the entire hospital; CPAP equipment is used
Hospitalist is in-house until 6 PM daily, with telehealth coverage overnight
Charge nurse carries a patient assignment; travelers may be placed as relief charge nurse
Nurse aides are present on the unit
12-hour shifts with day/night rotation (0700–1900 and 1900–0700)
Weekend rotation required every other weekend, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Floating to like units and patients is required
EMR is currently Cerner, transitioning to Epic
Orientation consists of an 8-hour computer education day followed by a 4-hour shadow shift, then a full 12-hour orientation shift, with independent practice beginning on day 3
Travelers may be placed on call or standby as needed
Holiday coverage required for 2 out of 3 assigned holidays
Professional scrubs required; no specific color mandated
Candidates who previously worked at this facility as permanent staff must have an end date at least 6 months prior to their consideration date, and hospital approval is required
Candidates residing within 80 miles of the facility are considered local, which may affect pay package structure
Self-scheduling is accommodated when possible, though shift blocking cannot be guaranteed
Requirements
Active MI RN license required by start date
BLS certification (AHA) required; ACLS preferred
Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg or Med/Surg Telemetry experience in an acute care setting
Must be proficient with IV starts, as there is no IV team onsite
Experience with TURPS-CBI preferred
Critical Access or Trauma Level 3 or 4 experience preferred
Basic telemetry arrhythmia interpretation knowledge required
2 professional references required for consideration: 1 supervisor reference from within the last 12 months of relevant experience, and 1 peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years of relevant specialty experience
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- . 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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Worksite address
iron mountain, MI, 49801, US
Who can apply
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