Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,716 per week

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 : 11 / 24 / 2025

Duration : 13 weeks

48 hours per week

Shift : 12 hours, days

Employment Type : Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg position in a hospital setting, with Cerner or Epic experience and BLS / NIHSS certification required.

Responsibilities

Work in a 492-bed hospital and Level II Trauma Center with multiple Med / Surg units including trauma surgical, neuroscience, ortho, oncology, and clinical decision units

Assigned to a home unit on the first day of orientation; float to like Med / Surg units as required

Patient populations include general surgery, vascular, neuroscience (CVA, TBI, seizures), oncology, ortho, urology, and general medical patients

Typical patient ratios range from 1 : 5 to 1 : 6, depending on unit and patient population

Trauma surgical, neuroscience, oncology, ortho, and urology cases covered across various Med / Surg units

EMR used is Cerner (preferred); Epic experience also considered

Required to work 7a-7p or 7p-7a shifts, following a 4-week schedule cycle

Every other weekend or four weekend days per month required

No on-call responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include assessments, medication administration, wound care, trach care, and interpreting telemetry strips every 4 hours

Team support includes CNA (1 : 6), phlebotomy, IV team, hospitalist, and charge nurse coverage

Travelers receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours unit preceptorship if new or returning after 1 year

Must work one major and one minor holiday per schedule policy, with specific blackout dates for time off

Scrub color is open to any color

Parking available in designated parking deck levels

First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Candidates must live outside a 60-mile radius from the facility

Requirements

Active AL or compact RN license

Minimum 18 months of Med / Surg and / or ICU experience with Cerner or Epic EMR experience

If ICU experience only, Cerner EMR experience is mandatory

Current BLS and NIHSS certifications

At least 1 year of trauma / surgical experience for trauma surgical unit

Telemetry interpretation skills required, with telemetry monitored by dedicated techs

Required skills : wound care, chest tubes, IV start, NGT, trach care, medication administration, documentation, and escalation as appropriate

Experienced with central lines, surgical site care, ostomy care, drains, colostomy care, foley, and PEG tubes as applicable to specific units

No previous permanent employment within the last 6 months for returning travelers

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-620250. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.