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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Gardner, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, evenings
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Evenings, 5x8hrs
Hours: 40 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring 2 years of busy med/surg telemetry experience without tele techs and an active MA RN license.
Details
Med/Surg Tele unit with a patient ratio of 1:5
Evening shift, 5x8-hour shifts from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Every other weekend and every other holiday required
No call or floating requirements
Uses Omnicell for medication management and Meditech Expanse for documentation
16-hour unit orientation with a preceptor, either two 8-hour or two 12-hour shifts
Requirements
Active MA RN license required
BLS and ACLS certifications required
CPI and NIHSS certifications preferred
Minimum 2 years of recent experience in a busy med/surg telemetry unit without tele tech support
Meditech charting system experience required
Experience with patient ratios of 1:5 to 1:6
Community hospital and Trauma Level II experience preferred
Previous charge nurse experience preferred
Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, and blood product administration
Experience managing cardiac telemetry, dysrhythmias, and rapid response situations
Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and oxygen administration
Experience with wound care, isolation precautions, and IV insulin protocols
Experience with post-surgical and ortho trauma patients preferred
Additional Information
Care for patients with a range of neurological, respiratory, cardiac, renal, and post-surgical conditions
Any color scrubs permitted
Local candidates accepted at the same travel rate
Must reside within a 30-mile radius of the facility
First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
Time off requests should be minimized, especially during the first two weeks of the assignment or as full weeks off
Expect to work some holidays during the assignment
American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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.
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Worksite address
gardner, MA, 01440, US
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