American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lee's Summit, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a skilled RN for a Med / Surg Tele position requiring a MO or compact license and strong recent specialty experience.
Responsibilities
Work in a hospital Med / Surg Telemetry unit providing intermediate level of careNight shifts of 3 x 12 hours, 18 : 45 to 07 : 15Patient ratio is typically 1 : 5Care for a varied patient population including cardiac, neuro, respiratory failure, post-surgical, and renal failure casesRegular floating between departments, units, and facilities is requiredWeekend shifts required : 8 weekend shifts in each 6-week schedule period (Fri / Sat / Sun)Epic EMR system is used, and experience with Epic is preferredDaily census is around 30 patientsProvide nursing care to a wide range of patient presentations including heart failure, stroke, trauma, ETOH withdrawal, TIA, falls, COVID, and GI bleedsDuties include blood product administration, heparin protocol management, pre / post-surgical care, neuro and cardiac monitoring, wound care, and use of rapid response teamsCharge nurse assignments may be required as needed by the unitHoliday shift coverage may be required per unit needsFirst-time travelers are welcome to applyNo travel partners accepted for this assignmentMaximum of 7 days of requested time off allowedCompletion of required training modules prior to start and annually thereafterA drug screen is required; candidates with diluted or positive results that cannot be cleared by the MRO must wait 6 months before reapplyingRequirements
Active MO or compact RN license must be in hand prior to considerationAt least 2 years of recent Med / Surg Telemetry specialty experience with no gap greater than 90 days in the past yearMinimum of 1 year in Med / Surg Tele within the past 12 monthsCurrent BLS and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferredAbility to interpret and manage dysrhythmias, provide telemetry monitoring, handle rapid response, and manage feeding tubes, central lines, and IV therapyProficiency in Epic EMR or willingness to learnReferences required : two within the past year, at least one from a supervisor level or above and one may be a charge RNMust live more than 75 miles from the facilityPending licenses are not acceptedBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-644793. 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.