Travel Med Surg RN Float Pool - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Float
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• 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 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a Staff Float Pool night shift position requiring at least 18 months of Med/Surg experience and an active AL or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the Staff Float Pool Med/Surg department of a 492-bed Level II Trauma Center with a Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center
• Assigned a home unit on the first day of orientation, with potential rotations across units including Trauma Surgical, Neuroscience, MedSurg/Oncology, Clinical Decision Unit, Orthopedics, and Urology/MS/Ortho
• Patient populations vary by unit and include general surgery, vascular, neuroscience (CVA, TBI, seizure, craniotomy), oncology, general medical (COPD, CHF, sepsis, renal failure), orthopedics, and urology/ENT cases
• Patient ratios generally range from 1:5 to 1:6 depending on unit
• Uses Cerner EMR (preferred), Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
• Telemetry is monitored by dedicated techs, but RNs are required to interpret and confirm strip readings every 4 hours
• 12-hour night shifts (7:00pm start), 36 hours per week on a 36/48 schedule
• Weekend rotation required (every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month)
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required to like units (e.g., MS-MS, MS-ICU for tasks, MS-ER/MS holds) with limits based on unit type
• Support staff includes CNAs, charge nurses, HUC/receptionist, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, hospitalist, and telemetry techs

Requirements

• Active RN license (Alabama or compact) required
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Surg experience required
• Experience with Epic or Cerner EMR required
• Skills may include wound care, chest tubes, NGT, IV starts, trach care, PEG/ostomy care, central line care, and medication administration depending on assigned unit
• First-time travelers welcome to apply

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care across multiple Med/Surg-related units based on daily staffing needs
• Travelers new to the facility or returning after 1+ years will receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours on the unit
• Former staff members must wait at least 6 months from their last shift before returning as a traveler
• Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor seasonal holiday per facility policy, though specific days off are not guaranteed prior to arrival
• Scrubs may be any color
• Parking available in designated deck levels (2nd through 4th floors)
• Must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-737853. 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.