American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN DOU - Direct Observation Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Vero Beach, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: DOU - Direct Observation Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/06/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift position in a Clinical Decision/Observation Unit, requiring 18 months of recent tele or acute care experience and active BLS and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Work in an Observation Unit within a teaching hospital setting
• Patient population includes those under observation with a range of acuity in a Clinical Decision Unit
• Night shifts, working 3x12 hour shifts from 18:45 to 07:15
• Floating required to three nearby hospital locations within a 20-mile radius, within scope of practice
• Unit uses Epic for charting; prior experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Responsible for monitoring and caring for patients in an observation/clinical decision environment
• Time-sensitive pre-employment modules must be completed before starting
• White scrubs are required while on duty
• PBDS assessment is waived for this assignment
• First time travelers are welcome to apply
• All requested time off must be submitted up front; additional time off is unlikely to be approved
• Pre-employment BCI/FBI fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of signing contract
• Free parking is available in unrestricted spaces at the facility
• Candidates previously employed on a permanent or per diem basis must wait at least 1 year from their last end date before returning

Requirements

• Current FL or Compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum of 18 months recent tele or acute care RN experience required; 2 years preferred
• BLS and ACLS certifications required and must be active
• NIHSS must be obtained prior to start if not already held
• Must complete an ECG rhythm recognition test and safeMedicate assessment during orientation with a passing score
• Two references from a recent manager, ANM, supervisor, or director in tele/acute care (from the past 12 months)
• Additional documentation required: copy of Driver's License and Social Security Number

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-635386. 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 - Telemetry - Direct Observation Unit

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