What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel RN - Med/Surg position at American Traveler?
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Feb 16, 2026
- Length: 12 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg RN for an Ortho/Surgical unit with night shift rotations and ACLS/BLS certifications required.
Details
- Work in the Medical Surgical unit with a focus on Ortho/Surgical patients
- Hospital setting with rotating night shifts
- Shift schedule includes 3x12 hour and 4x12 hour shifts from 7:00pm to 7:00am
- Assignment length is 13 weeks
- Local candidates are accepted
Requirements
- Active MS state or compact RN license required
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg RN experience required, 2 years preferred
Additional Information
- First time travelers are welcome to apply
- Two professional references are required for consideration
Qualifications:
- 1 year of recent experience in this specialty and setting
- Valid nursing license as required by this state
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through AHA recommended and may be required
- Specialty-related certifications are preferred and may be required
- Professional References
- Additional job specific requirements will be provided by your Recruiter
Responsibilities:
RNs in Med-Surg provide adult care before and after medical procedures and surgeries. Facilities that hire med surg travel nurses include hospitals, outpatient clinics, specialty surgery centers, and long-term care facilities. Medical-Surgical RN responsibilities include daily assessments, post-surgical assessments, and wound care. Additionally, these nurses continuously assess patient health status and evaluate patient treatments based on the results while administering medication and coordinating routine aspects of patient care. Most Med-Surg nurses carry a heavier patient load than intensive care nurses, often handling 5-7 patients at any given time.Benefits:
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts