Travel MS/Tele RN - $2,113 per week
american travelerDowney, CA
Travel MS/Tele RN - $2,113 per week
american travelerDowney, CASenior L5
General Medical and Surgical HospitalsTemporary Help ServicesNursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Downey, California. Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/30/2026
Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: Nov 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele night shift position requiring a CA RN license and 2 years of MS/Tele experience. DetailsMS/Tele unit in a teaching hospital setting Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) Patient ratio of 1:4Uses Allscripts charting system Manages telemetry monitoring and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
Responsibilities include:
- IV insulin protocols, feeding tube care, continuous bladder irrigation, and pre/post hemodialysis management
- Cares for patients with renal failure, CVA, ortho trauma, and total joint replacements
- Manages central, peripheral, and PICC lines, accessing ports, and blood product administration
- Handles surgical drains, chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), and non-invasive airway management including CPAP/BIPAP and HFNCPerforms wound care/wound vac and maintains isolation precautions
Requirements:
- Active California RN license required at time of consideration
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of MS/Tele nursing experience required
- Previous charge nurse experience required
- Teaching hospital experience required
- Allscripts charting experience required
- Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVsMust pass an onsite Advanced EKG exam (80% or higher, one attempt, 45-minute time limit)
- References required for consideration
- Copies of required certifications must be included for consideration
Additional Information:
- Provide comprehensive medical-surgical and telemetry nursing care including dysrhythmia management and rapid response team collaboration
- No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment, with a maximum of 3 days RTO for the remainder of the contract
- Must be willing to work holidays
- All time off requests must be finalized and submitted prior to assignment start
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Previous employees considered for return assignments on a case-by-case basis
- First-time travelers are not being considered for this position
- American Traveler Job ID #P-778100. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg TeleAbout 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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Level
Senior L5
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Downey, CA
Occupation
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