Travel Med Surg RN - $2,038 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Ortho/Med-Surg unit position in Bowling Green, KY, requiring at least 2 years of experience and an active KY or compact RN license.

Details

• Hospital inpatient setting with an Ortho Surgical unit (30 beds) and a Med-Surg unit (37 beds)
• Typical patient ratio of 6:1
• Patient care technicians (PCTs) and Student Nurse Externs (SNEs) provide tech support; a unit secretary is available during day shift hours
• Some bedside procedures performed by physicians, though less common than in CCU or ED settings
• Documentation is completed using Meditech
• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 13-week contract
• Full-time schedule requires 4 weekend shifts per 4-week scheduling period (e.g., 3 Saturdays and 1 Sunday)
• Floating required to inpatient units to take patients, as well as task-based floating in CCU and ED

Requirements

• Active KY or compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience in Ortho or Med-Surg
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted
• Scrub top and scrub bottom required; long-sleeve shirts or scrub jackets permitted underneath — no fleece, hoodies, sweatshirts, sweaters, shoes with holes, denim, or camouflage
• All experience levels of travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-736014. 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.