American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/06/2026
- 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: Sep 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Telemetry position requiring telemetry strip interpretation, a minimum of 2 years of travel nursing experience, and an active MA RN license.
Details
- 41-bed Medical Telemetry unit (Davenport 7)
- Patient population includes cardiac, respiratory, metabolic, psych, substance use disorder, GU, and GI cases
- Night shift: 19:00–07:30
- Every other weekend (EOW) required
- 36 hours per week
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5/6 on nights
- Required skills include cardiac telemetry, cardiac drips, telemetry strip interpretation, TR bands, and hi-flow oxygen
- EMR: Epic
- Floating to applicable units required when needed
- Free on-site parking available
Requirements
- Active, non-conditional MA RN license required — no pending licenses accepted
- Current AHA-certified BLS required (AHA only; no other providers accepted)
- Current AHA-certified ACLS required (AHA only; no other providers accepted)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a single position, plus at least 2 years of travel nursing experience
- Ability to interpret telemetry strips required
- Epic EMR experience
- 2 professional references required
- Flu vaccine required with no religious or medical exemptions
Additional Information
- All certifications must be AHA-issued only
- Local candidates residing within 60 miles of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston are eligible to apply
- Timekeeping system: UKG/Kronos
- Parking is not validated at Boston-area locations; public parking lots are available nearby at candidate's expense
American Traveler Job ID #P-725092. 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.