Travel Med Surg Ortho RN - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Orthopedics position at a Level III trauma facility, requiring an active IA or Compact RN license and at least 1 year of experience.

Details

• Acute care Med/Surg Orthopedics unit with 28 beds plus 22 overflow
• Patient population includes total knees, total hips, shoulder replacements, COPD, diabetes, wounds, IV infusions, dementia, oncology, hip and ankle fractures, sepsis, pneumonia, cholelithiasis, CHF, ETOH/drug abuse, and more
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5; patient care techs available at a 1:10 ratio
• Common drips include heparin, IV antibiotics, antithrombotics, and narcotics; RNs are not required to titrate drips
• Charge nurse present on each shift; charge nurse does take a patient assignment
• Monitor techs are stationed in the ICU; unit monitors are available at the main nurses station
• EMR: Epic
• 12-hour night shifts (1830–0700)
• Self-scheduling with an every-third-weekend requirement; Friday and Saturday nights are considered the weekend for this shift
• Floating required to PCU and behavioral health (McDermott) units
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Active IA or Compact RN license (must be active — pending licenses are not accepted)
• Current BLS certification required (pending certifications not accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• BSN not required
• Epic EMR experience
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked — must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Valid driver's license required for consideration
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility (driver's license used to verify permanent address)
• Candidates must not have been directly employed full-time, part-time, or PRN by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year (PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered)

Additional Information

• Unit emphasizes hourly rounding and bedside shift report
• Travelers should be flexible, self-directed, and comfortable with change in a dynamic unit environment
• Orientation consists of one week of classroom training followed by one 12-hour shift on the unit; a pass/fail open-book exam is administered during orientation — a score of 90% or higher is required to continue the assignment
• Navy blue scrubs required; artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
• All requested RTO must be submitted upfront — additional RTO will not be approved after consideration
• Holiday coverage expectations apply to this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-736986. 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 - Orthopedics

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.