Travel Med Surg RN - $1,592 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Pocatello, Idaho.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• 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 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring Epic charting proficiency and a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.

Details

• 13-week contract at a hospital-based Medical Surgical unit
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:00
• Patient population includes sepsis, CIWA, AMS/confusion, COPD, post-op care, AKI, trauma, respiratory failure, bowel obstruction, pyelonephritis, cardiac conditions, diabetes, GI conditions, isolation precautions, and SI with medical indications
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Epic EMR is required
• Weekend and holiday coverage required
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible

Requirements

• Active Idaho (ID) or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Travel nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with IV therapy/phlebotomy, port access and management, blood product administration, central line blood draws, peripheral and PICC line management, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), tracheostomy care, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with wound care/wound vac, isolation precautions/PPE, and medication administration including heparin, insulin, and PCA
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level II experience preferred
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• Applies the nursing process across patient age groups including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Responsible for thorough documentation in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards
• Must be adaptable to a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with evolving patient safety protocols
• Orientation modules are completed onsite and average 4–6 hours for RNs
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent staff must have been separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travel pairs or groups are not accepted for this position
• First-time travelers may be considered — refer to position details for eligibility

American Traveler Job ID #P-736259. 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.