Job Description
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 : 11 / 03 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg position on an acute care unit requiring a ND or compact RN license and BLS certification.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
Work in a 30-bed acute care Med / Surg unit in a trauma level 2 hospital settingDay shifts are 12 hours, with scheduling managed by the unit managerRequired to work every other weekend and float to medical and telemetry units as neededTypical nurse-to-patient ratios are 1 : 4-5 on days and 1 : 5-6 on nightsCommon patient cases include post-surgical patients (joint replacements, spinal and abdominal surgeries, bariatrics, urology), medical overflow, and frequent use of hemovacs, JP drains, and colostomiesOccasional use of heparin drips, PCA pumps, and TPN but no drip titration requiredEPIC is used for charting and EMR documentationResponsibilities include caring for post-surgical and medical overflow patients and participating in bedside shift reportSupport staff includes a charge nurse on every shift and one tech per 12 patientsRemote telemetry monitoring is provided; RNs are not required to interpret stripsFloating may include taking medical patients in telemetry areas with assistance available for reading cardiac stripsHoliday coverage is required as neededAny color scrubs are permittedFirst-time travelers are welcome to applyMaximum of 7 requested days off allowed per 13-week contract, must be submitted up front\n \n Requirements\n
Active ND or compact RN license required at time of considerationCurrent BLS certification requiredMinimum of 2 years recent Med / Surg RN experienceSurgical, post-op, and ambulation experience preferredMust provide 2 professional references : one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 yearsMust not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past yearMust reside at least 50 miles from the facilitySubmission must include a copy of driver's license\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-621665. 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.
