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 seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool position, requiring 18 months of MedSurg or ICU experience and competency with Cerner or Epic.
Responsibilities
- Work in a large hospital setting as part of the Med/Surg Float Pool
- Assigned to home unit on first day, with responsibilities across multiple Med/Surg, surgical, trauma, neuro, ortho, urology, oncology, and clinical decision units
- Patient populations include trauma, general surgery, neuro, oncology, orthopedics, spine, urology, and general Med/Surg
- Patient ratios typically range from 1:5 to 1:6 depending on unit
- Specialized procedures include wound care, chest tubes, NGT/PEG, IV skills, trach care, drains, foleys, chemo admin (if certified), and more
- Telemetry monitoring performed by tele techs; RNs must interpret and confirm tele strips every 4 hours
- EMR is Cerner (preferred), with experience in Cerner or Epic required
- Uses Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell for medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
- Night shift position (7:00pm start), 12-hour shifts in a 4-week cycle schedule, every other weekend or at least 4 weekend days per month
- No on-call requirement
- Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor holiday per facility policy
- Floating required between similar units per hospital guidelines
- Daily responsibilities include patient assessment, prioritization, wound care, medication administration, escalation of care, and documentation
- Support staff includes CNAs, phlebotomists, charge nurse (rarely takes assignment), IV/VAT Team, and hospitalists
- Orientation for new or returning travelers (after one year) includes 24 hours classroom time and 24 hours unit orientation
- First-time travelers are accepted if all other requirements are met
- Required to wear any color scrubs
- Holiday coverage and a strict policy on time-off blackout dates apply
- Parking is provided in the hospital parking deck (levels 2-4)
Requirements
- Current AL or compact RN license is required
- Minimum of 18 months' recent Med/Surg and/or ICU experience is required
- Experience with Cerner or Epic EMR is required; Cerner experience is required if ICU only background
- BLS and NIHSS certifications are required
- At least 1 year of trauma/surgical nursing experience for certain units
- Strong skills in IV initiation, blood draws from central lines, wound and chest tube care, trach and PEG care, medication administration, restraints, and telemetry interpretation
- No local candidates within a 60-mile radius
- Former staff must have a 6-month gap from last shift before returning as a traveler
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-635130. 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.
