Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Prescott, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 06/01/2026 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: Jun 1, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week Med/Surg Tele travel assignment in Arizona, requiring at least 2 years of experience and active AZ or Compact RN licensure. Details Acute care hospital setting on a combined Med/Surg Telemetry unit (4A and 4B) with 48 total beds Patient population includes COVID, respiratory, GI, diabetics, telemetry, TIA/CVA, and general, orthopedic, and spinal surgical patients Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5, with nurse aides available at a 1:10–15 ratio Telemetry is monitored remotely by monitor techs on a separate floor; RNs are required to interpret and sign strips at least once per shift Set-rate Diltiazem drips are used; RNs are not required to titrate drips BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow oxygen, and breathing treatments are utilized on this unit Charting is done in Cerner; prior Cerner experience is strongly recommended due to limited orientation time 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break Every other weekend requirement (2 weekends per 4-week schedule) Holiday coverage expected for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, and Thanksgiving Day Floating may be required to the East Campus and possibly a PCU if qualified; travelers are first to float No on-call or standby requirements Schedules are made 4 weeks out using self-scheduling, subject to manager balancing Requirements Active AZ or Compact (NLC) RN license required; pending licenses are not accepted Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; pending certifications are not accepted Experience reading and interpreting basic telemetry strips required Experience with general and orthopedic surgical patients, CVA, and TIA required Cerner EMR experience strongly recommended A valid driver's license must be provided for consideration 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates (as determined by driver's license address) Additional Information Orientation consists of 1 shift on the unit (12 hours total) Candidates must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia (basic or advanced) exam before an offer can be confirmed A pass/fail skills test on sterile technique for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes is administered on the first day of orientation Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates previously placed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered Navy blue scrubs are required Charge nurses do not take patient assignments; house supervisors are also available for support BSN is not required for this position American Traveler Job ID #P-705971. 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 behi