Travel Med/Surg RN - $3,185 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Grand Island, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg position at a newer acute care facility in Nebraska, requiring a minimum of 2 years of hospital Med/Surg experience and night shift availability.

Details

• 32-bed acute care facility where Med/Surg, PCU, and ICU patients are all housed in the same unit area
• Med/Surg patient population including total joint replacement and abdominal surgical procedure cases
• Wound VACs are utilized on the unit
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 for Med/Surg and 1:4 for PCU
• 12-hour night shifts (6:45 PM–7:15 AM or 6:45 AM–7:15 PM rotation)
• Schedule is 4x12-hour shifts per week
• Floating to PCU may be required for qualified and comfortable candidates
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NE RN license or a Compact RN license recognized in Nebraska
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum 2 years of hospital Med/Surg experience required
• Experience with total joint replacements required
• Experience with abdominal surgical procedures required
• 2 references required for consideration: 1 from a supervisor within the last 12 months of relevant experience, and 1 from a peer or supervisor in the same specialty within the last 3 years

Additional Information

• Candidate must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• Orientation consists of a 4-hour general traveler orientation, an afternoon shadowing a floor nurse, followed by 1 shift with floor staff before working independently
• This is a newer facility, having opened within the last 2 years
• Scrub color required: Pewter Grey or Light Turquoise

American Traveler Job ID #P-712674. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.

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