American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 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 specializing in hematology/oncology care with oncology experience preferred and every other weekend shifts.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a hospital setting on a 40-bed hematology/oncology med-surg telemetry unit
- Patient population includes hematology and oncology patients, leukemia, symptom management, and end-of-life care
- Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4-5 depending on acuity
- Telemetry monitoring is centralized, with RNs required to verify strips each shift
- Shifts available are 1830-0700 (nights), with a rotation every other weekend
- Travelers are expected to work 75% of major holidays
- Floating is within the cancer center first, and then to any med-surg unit in the hospital
- No on-call required
- Uses Epic for EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell dispensing, and Philips monitors
- Responsibilities include care for oncology patients, symptom management, comfort care, and end-of-life support
- Department support includes CNAs, receptionists, charge nurses, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team during days, respiratory therapists, and hospitalists 24/7
- Initial orientation consists of New Employee Orientation plus two days departmental training
- Royal blue scrubs required
- Free onsite parking provided
- First-time travelers with the required experience are welcome to apply
- Up to 7 days of requested time off considered, with extension required
- Travelers will participate in a rotating holiday coverage schedule
Requirements
- Active RN license required
- Minimum of one year recent med/surg tele or oncology nursing experience required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) required if assigned to Resource Team
- ONS and OCN certifications preferred
- Competency in port access, blood product administration, electrolyte management, EOL care, pain/symptom management, PIV starts, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Experience using Epic EMR preferred
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-600939. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.
