Travel Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse

Company: American Traveler
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: March 8, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs - Hours: 36 hrs/wk - Start Date: Apr 6, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position at a large academic teaching hospital in Indiana, requiring a minimum of 18 months of experience and flexibility with weekend and floating requirements. Details - Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30 - Med/Surg Telemetry unit serving a cardiovascular surgical, peripheral vascular surgical, arrhythmia, endocarditis, CHF, and overflow patient population - Staffing ratio of 1:5–6 - Travelers are required to work 50% of weekends during their contract based on unit needs - Travelers may be floated to different levels of care including Med-Surg, PCU, and ICU within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital — resources are provided when floating to higher levels of care - Refusal to float may result in contract termination - Cerner EMR — experience required - 13-week assignment Requirements - Active IN or Compact RN license currently in hand - BLS certification required — AHA or RQI accepted, must be current - Minimum 18 months to 2 years of RN experience required - Telemetry experience required - IV start skills required - Nursing degree from a university accredited by ACEN or CCNE at time of graduation - Cerner charting experience required Additional Information - This is an academic teaching facility — travelers must be willing to precept or have students shadow them during their assignment - Charge nurse responsibilities may be assigned based on operational needs, with training and resources provided - Up to 5 days of RTO can be auto-approved - Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays - Former permanent or PRN employees of this health system must have been separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler - Local candidates are not accepted for this position - First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-680953. 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.

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