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 Kearney, Nebraska.

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 seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week Med/Surg Orthopedics night shift position at a Level II Trauma facility, requiring an active NE or Compact RN license and a minimum of 2 years of experience.

Details

• Acute care Med/Surg Orthopedics unit in a Level II Trauma hospital
• 22-bed unit with an average daily census of 6 patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6; CNAs/patient care techs available at a 1:13 ratio
• Common patient population includes total knee, hip, ankle, and shoulder replacements, as well as spinal surgeries
• Telemetry boxes are used on the unit; tele techs read and interpret strips — RNs are not required to read their own
• Common drips include pain medications, antibiotics, and blood; RNs are not required to titrate drips
• 24/7 phlebotomy services available on-site
• Charting is done in Epic; experience preferred
• 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM
• Self-scheduling with cyclic rotation; block scheduling is not approved unless weekends only
• Every other weekend requirement
• Floating may be required to Med/Surg, rehab, or PCU (Med/Surg acuity only)
• On-call response time is 30 minutes if called back in after being placed on call

Requirements

• Active NE state or Compact (NLC) RN license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current BLS certification required; pending certifications are not accepted
• Med/Surg experience required; orthopedics experience strongly beneficial
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility — a driver's license is required for consideration and will be used to verify permanent address
• 2 professional 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 rehire
• Candidates may not currently be employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) at any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity; those employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

Additional Information

• Orientation consists of 1 day of unit/department-specific training, followed by a pass/fail open-book exam on the Friday of orientation week — a score of at least 90% is required to pass
• Holiday shifts rotate with permanent staff
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove them will result to contract termination
• RTO must be disclosed upfront and is limited to 7 or fewer days per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved after consideration
• Successful candidates on this unit tend to be team-oriented, flexible, and willing to take ownership of their responsibilities

American Traveler Job ID #P-736823. 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.