Travel Med Surg RN - $1,497 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP 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 3, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RN for a night shift contract requiring NIH Stroke Certification and a TX or compact RN license. Details Neuro medical/surgical telemetry unit (5C) within a hospital setting 30-bed unit with approximately 60 total staff members Patient ratio of 1:5 Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts 4 weekend shifts required per schedule No call requirements Uses Meditech EMR Equipment includes Welch Allyn vital signs monitors, COWs, Hoyer lifts, PCA pumps, CareView Virtual Sitter, Telepsych, and Teleneuro Requirements Active TX or compact RN license required Current BLS certification required NIH Stroke Certification (NIHSS) required ACLS certification preferred Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Med/Surg Telemetry required Experience with stroke care (NIH scale), EEGs, gastric decompression, and wound care US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration (Canadian SSN not accepted) One professional reference required No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months Additional Information Provide direct patient care on a neuro medical/surgical telemetry unit including stroke, EEG, gastric decompression, and wound care patients Team includes CNC, RNs, LVNs, PCTs, and unit coordinators on each shift Team-oriented and self-motivated candidates preferred Navy scrub color required; hoop nose piercings not permitted Multiple ICARE award-winning unit with recognition based on patient feedback Unit policy packet provided on start date Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted American Traveler Job ID P-734120. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.