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 : ASAP
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, rotating
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
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.
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Work in the Med Surg 3CC unit of an acute care hospitalUnit 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 overflowNurse-to-patient ratios are 1 : 4-5 on days and 1 : 5-6 on nightsUses Epic EMR; prior experience preferred but not required12-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 needsEvery other weekend and holiday coverage as neededMay float to medical and telemetry units as requiredRemote telemetry packs are used with a monitor tech for interpretationDaily responsibilities include caring for post-surgical and medical overflow patients, managing drains, PCA pumps, TPN, and colostomiesNo requirement to titrate drips, though may occasionally handle set-rate heparin drips and other infusionsBedside shift report is standard practiceRN does not interpret telemetry strips; a monitor tech is availableRT manages respiratory treatments and RNs handle nasal cannula supportTeam 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 patientsScrub attire of any color is permittedFirst-time travelers will be considered for this positionRequested time off (RTO) must be submitted upfront and limited to 7 days within a 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved\n \n Requirements\n
Active RN license (State or Compact) required at time of consideration; pending licenses not acceptedCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification requiredMinimum 2 years of recent Med / Surg experience requiredSurgical, post-op, and early ambulation experience preferredMust provide a copy of driver's licenseTwo 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 rehireCannot have been employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and Dignity, within the past yearMust reside at least 50 miles from the facility\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-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.