American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/13/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN for a hospital acute care assignment requiring a SC or compact RN license and strong telemetry skills.
Responsibilities
- Work in the Med/Surg Telemetry unit of an acute care hospital
- Day shift schedule with three 12-hour shifts (7:00 am – 7:30 pm)
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6-7
- Requires working every other weekend
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating to like units or within scope as needed
- Community hospital setting with Level III trauma designation
- Uses Epic for documentation
- First-time travelers are accepted for this position
- All required online modules must be completed prior to start
- Royal blue scrubs required
- Parking provided at no cost
- RTO must be declared at time of application; approval subject to facility needs
- Must live at least 60 miles from facility for travel pay eligibility; locals considered case-by-case at a local rate
- Previous perm staff must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June-November)
Requirements
- Active SC or compact RN license in hand prior to start
- Minimum of 2 years recent Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience
- Current AHA certifications in BLS and ACLS required
- NIH Stroke Scale certification preferred
- Telemetry competency required
- Previous charge nurse or community hospital experience preferred
- Must provide social security number and driver’s license for consideration
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-651674. 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.
