American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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 an experienced RN for a Med/Tele/PCU position on a night shift, requiring a ND or compact RN license, PCU experience, and ACLS/BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute care hospital setting on a combined Med/Tele/PCU stepdown unit
- 32-bed unit with adult and geriatric patient population, including cardiac, medical, and overflow PCU-level cases
- Typical nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4-5, occasionally 5-6 on nights, with PCU overflow at 1:3
- Patients include those with cardiac caths, EP studies, pacers, sepsis, pneumonia, respiratory illnesses, and acute-on-chronic conditions
- RNs must read and interpret their own cardiac rhythm strips and titrate drips such as amiodarone, cardizem, heparin, nitro, nipride, lasix, and low-dose dopamine
- Uses Epic EMR; experience is preferred
- Night shift, 12-hour shifts, every other weekend and every other holiday required
- Floating required to PCU, Med/Surg, and ER holds as needed
- Any color scrubs allowed
- RNs are responsible for titrating cardiac and other critical drips and managing patients requiring respiratory support devices such as BiPAP and trachs
- Charge nurse present on each shift; may carry a light patient load
- Team supported by nurse aides with a typical goal ratio of 1:10
- Tele/monitor tech available at nurses station; portable and in-room monitors provided
- Two 12-hour orientation shifts provided, typically on a Friday and Saturday of the first week
- RTO requests must be submitted up front and may not exceed 7 days per 13-week contract
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Requirements
- Active ND or compact RN license required at time of consideration
- Minimum 2 years recent RN experience in Med/Tele/PCU or stepdown settings
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Proven ability to read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips
- PCU experience mandatory
- Two professional references: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the past 3 years
- Copy of driver's license required
- Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility
- Candidates must not have been employed by any CommonSpirit facility (including CHI and Dignity) within the past year
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-648582. 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.
