American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- 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: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry Oncology position in Tuscaloosa, AL, requiring at least 2 years of experience including 1 year of recent oncology specialty experience, working night shifts on a 13-week contract.
Details
- 16-bed inpatient Oncology Unit dedicated to patients with a variety of cancer diagnoses
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5
- Nurses specialize in the administration of chemotherapy
- Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Every other weekend required
- Holiday coverage required
- Floating to other units and hospitals required
- EMR: Meditech (experience preferred but not required)
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active AL state RN license or Compact RN license required — no temporary or pending licenses accepted
- No hits (past or current) on nursing license permitted
- BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience, with at least 1 year of recent experience in oncology or the specialty being applied for
- Associate degree in nursing (ADN) required at minimum
- NURSYS verification required
- Valid driver's license required for consideration
- Two professional references from within the last year required for consideration
Additional Information
- Multidisciplinary team includes oncologists, nurses, pharmacists, and support staff
- No HealthStream modules required prior to start — competency-based modules are completed during virtual orientation
- Solid navy scrubs required
- Local candidates are accepted at the same rates with no radius restrictions
- Timekeeping system: Centricity
- Parking is available on site
American Traveler Job ID #P-734418. 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.