Travel Med Surg RN - $1,816 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg night shift position on a 5th Floor Surgical Orthopedics/Medical unit, requiring 2+ years of Med/Surg experience and an active OK or compact RN license.

Details

• Full-service tertiary hospital setting with 190 licensed beds
• 5th Floor Surgical Orthopedics/Medical unit with 32 beds
• Patient population includes surgical, orthopedic, bowel, urologic, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, dental, back, pneumonia, chest pain, and COPD cases
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Remote telemetry monitoring managed by the ICU
• EMR: Epic
• Night shift, 3x12s, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Weekend shifts include Friday and Saturday nights (7p–7a)
• Standby call may be required — if placed on standby for a scheduled shift, you may be called in at any time during your 7p–7a window
• Float required to other Med/Surg departments
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active OK or compact RN license required
• BLS certification from AHA required
• ACLS from AHA preferred; CPEN and PALS also preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience required
• Epic EMR experience beneficial given unit usage
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required — Canadian SINs are not accepted
• No employment gaps of 90+ days within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Black scrubs required
• Flu vaccination is required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1 — no declinations or exceptions accepted
• Up to 5 days of requested time off (RTO) is allowed but must be made up during the assignment
• Local candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but subject to a reduced bill rate
• Candidates living within 50 miles are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts at this facility; after that, a 1-year separation or transfer to a facility outside the 50-mile radius is required
• Certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment unless documentation of a scheduled renewal is provided

American Traveler Job ID #P-734487. 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.