American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Med Surg Discipline : RN Start Date : ASAP Duration : 13 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 position in an acute care hospital with a trauma level 2 designation and rotating day / night 12-hour shifts. Responsibilities Work in the Med Surg 3CC unit of an acute care hospital Unit has 30 beds and serves adult patients primarily recovering from surgical procedures such as total joint replacement, spinal surgery, urology, abdominal surgeries, and bariatrics, as well as medical overflow Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1 : 4-5 on days and 1 : 5-6 on nights Uses Epic EMR; prior experience preferred but not required 12-hour rotating shifts (day / night), 7 : 00-19 : 30 and 19 : 00-07 : 30; rotation will not occur more than weekly, and block scheduling may be considered based on unit needs Every other weekend and holiday coverage as needed May float to medical and telemetry units as required Remote telemetry packs are used with a monitor tech for interpretation Daily responsibilities include caring for post-surgical and medical overflow patients, managing drains, PCA pumps, TPN, and colostomies No requirement to titrate drips, though may occasionally handle set-rate heparin drips and other infusions Bedside shift report is standard practice RN does not interpret telemetry strips; a monitor tech is available RT manages respiratory treatments and RNs handle nasal cannula support Team includes charge nurse on both shifts who may take low acuity assignments at night and tech support with a ratio of 1 tech per 12 patients Scrub attire of any color is permitted First-time travelers will be considered for this position Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted upfront and limited to 7 days within a 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved Requirements Active RN license (State or Compact) required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Minimum 2 years of recent Med / Surg experience required Surgical, post-op, and early ambulation experience preferred Must provide a copy of driver's license Two references required : one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire Cannot have been employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and Dignity, within the past year Must reside at least 50 miles from 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-595952. 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 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.
Travel Rn Unit • Bismarck, ND, US