Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,020 per week

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama.

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 04/13/2026
• 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: Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Staff Float Pool Med/Surg position at a Level II Trauma Center in Montgomery, AL, requiring at least 18 months of Med/Surg and/or ICU experience and BLS and NIHSS certifications.

Details

• Float pool position covering multiple Med/Surg units within a 492-bed Level II Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center
• Units covered include: 6 North Trauma Surgical, 5 South Neuroscience, 5 North Med/Surg Oncology, 4 South Clinical Decision Unit, 3 South Orthopedics, and 3 North MS/Ortho/Urology
• Patient populations vary by unit and include general surgery and vascular, neuro (CVA, TBI, seizure, craniotomy, spinal fusion), oncology/palliative care, general Med/Surg (COPD, CHF, sepsis, renal failure, COVID), orthopedic/spine, and urology/ENT
• Patient ratios are typically 1:5–6 depending on unit and acuity
• Telemetry is monitored by Telemetry Techs; RNs are required to interpret and confirm strip readings every 4 hours
• EMR: Cerner (preferred)
• IV pumps: Plum 360 | Medication dispensing: Omnicell | Monitors: Spacelabs
• 12-hour day and night shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM), 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation: every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month
• No on-call requirements
• Floating is required to like units (e.g., MS-to-MS, MS-to-ICU tasks, MS-to-ER holds; ICU-to-ICU, ICU-to-MS tasks limited to 3, ICU-to-ER holds)
• Scheduling follows a 4-week cycle using Smart Square; self‑scheduling is not available

Requirements

• Active AL RN license or compact RN license required (can be in process at time of consideration, with ETA provided)
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 18 months of Med/Surg and/or ICU experience required
• Epic or Cerner EMR experience required; Cerner required if experience is exclusively in ICU
• Chemo administration certification preferred for 5 North Med/Surg Oncology assignments
• Telemetry experience is a plus — candidates with tele experience should elaborate on the extent of that experience
• Unit-specific clinical skills required vary and include wound care, chest tubes, NGT/PEG, IV starts, central line blood draws, trach care, ostomy care, foley care, PCA pumps, wound vacs, and more depending on unit assignment
• DOB (day and month) required for consideration
• One professional reference from a charge nurse or above from the past 12 months required for consideration
• Copy of certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• First‑time travelers are welcome to apply, provided the minimum experience and EMR requirements are met
• Travelers will be assigned a home unit on the first day of orientation
• New travelers to the facility or those returning after 1+ year absence will complete 24 hours of classroom orientation followed by 24 hours of on‑unit orientation; orientation for rehires depends on time since last assignment
• Unit support includes CNAs (1:6 for vitals, ADLs, and glucose checks), charge nurses, HUC/receptionist, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, hospitalist, and telemetry monitoring techs
• Former permanent staff must wait 6 months from their last shift before being eligible to return as a traveler
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy; specific holiday assignments are not guaranteed prior to arrival
• Extensive RTO blackout dates apply throughout the year — candidates should be aware that time off requests during these periods require manager approval
• Scrub color: any color permitted
• Parking available in the parking deck on levels 2–4 only
• This facility conducts interviews — candidates should be prepared for a SimpliFi interview prior to placement

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.