Travel Med/Surg Telemetry RN - Post-Op Cardiac Surgery - $2,058 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• 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 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position specializing in post-op cardiac surgery and complex cardiac patients, requiring active KY or compact RN licensure and ACLS certification.

• Work in a 20-bed telemetry unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes post-op CABG, post-op cardiac surgery, CHF, and moderate-risk chest pain patients with multiple co-morbidities and complex care needs
• Patients are transferred from the ICU, ED, and PACU
• Night shift: 7p–7a, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week (36 hrs/week)
• Some holidays and weekends required

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky or a compact state currently in hand
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Annual Dysrhythmia Competency Validation
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety needs and implement appropriate safety measures
• MM/DD of date of birth and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care centered on the patient as a whole person, incorporating all four phases of the nursing process
• Responsibilities include patient assessments, care coordination, patient and family education, and facilitating admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Delegates tasks to and monitors performance of other team members in accordance with plan of care
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, and CAUTI reduction
• Previous nursing experience preferred but not required — entry-level candidates are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-714821. 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

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.