American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/08/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool position requiring at least 18 months of MedSurg or ICU experience and AL or compact RN licensure.
Responsibilities
- Work in a hospital setting rotating through various Med/Surg and specialty units including trauma surgical, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedics, urology, and clinical decision units
- Patient assignments include general surgery, vascular, neuro, ortho, oncology, palliative care, and general MedSurg cases
- Typical RN to patient ratios range from 1:5 to 1:6 depending on unit and patient population
- Telemetry monitored by techs but RNs must interpret and confirm telemetry strip readings every four hours
- Uses Cerner EMR (preferred), Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
- Home unit assigned on the first orientation day, with floating to like units as needed
- Scheduled for 12-hour night shifts, 7:00pm start, on a four-week rotation including every other weekend or four weekend days per month
- No on-call requirement
- First-time travelers are accepted for this assignment
- Former staff must wait 6 months from their last shift before being considered for a travel role
- Orientation includes 24 hours classroom and 24 hours on the assigned unit for new or returning travelers after more than 1 year away
- Support staff includes CNAs, phlebotomists, IV/VAT team, charge nurses, hospitalists, HUC/receptionists, and telemetry monitoring techs
- Holiday coverage is required for at least one major and one minor holiday during the contract, as per facility policy
- RTO limited and not permitted on facility blackout dates as specified
- Scrub color is not restricted; any color is permitted
- Candidates must live at least 60 miles from the facility
Requirements
- Active AL or compact RN license required
- Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 18 months of recent MedSurg and/or ICU experience
- If experience is strictly ICU, Cerner experience is required
- Prior experience with EMR systems such as Cerner or Epic required
- Telemetry experience required; must be able to interpret and document telemetry readings
- Experience with wound care, chest tubes, trach care, IV skills, medication administration, and care of specialized surgical and neuro patients
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
American Traveler Job ID #P-635128. 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 Float Pool
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 behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
