Travel Medical Surgical Float RN - $2,303 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Float Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 2, 2026 Length: 12 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Medical Surgical Float position requiring 1 year of experience and an active NC or compact RN license. Details Float between all medical surgical departments, excluding CCU, psych, and rehab units Night shift schedule alternating between 3x12s and 4x12s, 7PM-7A Jack/Jill schedule with 4 shifts one week and 3 shifts the next Required to work every third weekend 1:6 patient ratio Requirements Active RN license (NC state or Compact) required BLS certification required ACLS certification required if working in CCU 1 year of experience required Previous charge nurse experience preferred Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line blood draws, and PICC line management preferred Skills in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and tracheostomy management preferred Cardiac monitoring and telemetry experience preferred Wound care and isolation precautions experience preferred References required for consideration Additional Information Provide med/surg nursing care across multiple hospital units as part of the Internal Resource Team Reports to the Director of the Internal Resource Team Scrub color requirement: grape purple Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate Facility does not allow current or former staff to return as travelers Travelers must complete lab work within 72 hours of signing the contract American Traveler Job ID P-771067. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Float Pool 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.