American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular Telemetry Unit in Michigan with day shifts and advanced cardiac certification requirements.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 54-bed hospital cardiovascular telemetry unit
- Patients are primarily monitored for cardiac conditions such as heart failure, heart attacks, arrhythmias, chest pain, and post-stroke cardiac monitoring
- Majority of patients are on cardiac monitors with both on-unit and remote telemetry room monitoring
- Experience with cardiac drips and the possibility of caring for medical overflow patients
- Uses Cerner Powerchart EMR
- Day shifts, working 3x12 hours (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
- Required to work every other weekend
- Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
- Block scheduling not guaranteed but considered
- No on-call requirements
- Traveler must live at least 50 miles from the facility
- Main responsibilities include managing telemetry patients, monitoring cardiac rhythms, and administering cardiac drips
- May care for a patient ratio up to 1:7 during periods of high census
- Team is in the process of hiring additional staff to reduce workload
- Scrub color is Caribbean Blue
- First-time travelers are welcome for consideration
Requirements
- Active MI RN license required
- Minimum 1 year of recent telemetry RN experience
- Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
- Experience with cardiac patient populations and telemetry monitoring
- Experience with Cerner 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-652798. 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
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.
