American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 02/02/2026
- Duration: 4 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, rotating
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry Float Pool position requiring an active MA RN license and prior travel nursing experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a large hospital float pool supporting 15 medical surgical units, including neurology, cardiac, bariatric, general medicine, surgery, gynecology, urology, orthopedics, oncology, and transplant
- Patient ratios range from 4:1 on days to 6:1 on nights
- Rotating 12-hour shifts, with a mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts; may rotate days, evenings, and nights, including some weekends and holidays
- No on-call required
- Assignments to specific units may be given 2 hours prior to shift start
- Unit-specific procedures include 12-lead EKGs, Lasix gtt, blood transfusions, and telemetry monitoring
- Epic EMR experience required
- Respiratory Therapists manage ventilators; RNs administer nebulizers
- Travel RNs support various high-acuity med/surg units with specialization in multiple practice areas
- Weekly orientation sessions held every Monday except for holidays
- Schedules are not guaranteed and are subject to change; all requested time off must be declared at the time of application
- Any color scrubs may be worn
- Parking for dayshift can cost up to $43 per day; public transportation options are available
- Time off may not exceed 4 days, and requests for blocked scheduling or specific days off week over week are not allowed
Requirements
- Active MA RN license required at time of consideration
- Minimum 3 years of recent related RN experience in med/surg telemetry
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Current certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA)
- Experience in a teaching hospital and specialty area preferred
- Level I trauma experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Basic computer and web-based application navigation skills
- Candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility (no local candidates accepted)
- Must pass Tele/ECG and Medication tests
- COVID-19 vaccine with booster and seasonal flu vaccine required (medical exemptions permitted)
- Previous employees/travelers must have a 6-month break before returning to the facility
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-639069. 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.
