What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,218 per week position at American Traveler?
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Reno, Nevada.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/01/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Medical Telemetry unit in Reno, NV, requiring a minimum of 2 years of telemetry experience and an active NV RN license prior to start.
Details- Medical and Telemetry unit in an extremely busy, fast-paced hospital environment
- Patient population includes CHF, alcohol withdrawal, NSTEMI, sepsis, dysrhythmias, pneumonia, COPD, COVID, and post-procedure patients (pacemakers, ablations, cath lab, and OHS patients downgraded from ICU)
- Non-titratable cardiac medication drips administered, including Cardizem, Lasix, and Nitro
- Floating may be required to ICUs (for telemetry/medically appropriate assignments), medical-surgical units, and a sister facility
- 3x12-hour day shifts (1845–0715)
- Schedule may include weekends, holidays, and some call shifts
- No on-call requirements outside of scheduled shifts
- Epic EMR used; training provided during orientation or candidates may test out
- Kronos used for time tracking
- 13-week contract
- Active NV RN license required prior to start; RNs who have never held a NV temp or permanent license may still be considered and must apply immediately upon offer
- Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of telemetry experience required
- Candidates must pass a telemetry competency exam, including identifying and measuring rhythm strips; failure results in contract termination
- Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
- Provides comprehensive nursing care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including individualized assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation throughout the episode of care
- Collaborates within a multidisciplinary, patient-centered team environment
- Minimum of 2 major holidays required
- Blocked scheduling is not permitted
- RTO must be submitted with initial consideration; the facility does not extend contracts to compensate for approved time off
- Travelers who have previously worked at this facility must have a 13-week break after their last contract before being eligible to return
- First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded, but 2 years of telemetry experience is required
American Traveler Job ID #P-704967. 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 TravelerWith 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.
Salary : $2,218