Travel Med Surg RN - $1,852 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: 11/30/2026
• 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: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift contract in a 32-bed orthopedic and general surgery unit requiring at least one year of acute care experience.

Details

• Med/Surg Orthopedics unit with 32 beds and approximately 50 staff
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Patient ratios of 1:6 to 1:7 on nights
• Rotating weekend requirement with no on-call duties
• Uses equipment such as PCAs, On-Q pumps, Hoyer lifts, traction, and wound vacs
• Charts using the Meditech EMR system
• Typical procedures include neurosurgeries (kyphoplasty, decompression, laminectomy), fracture repairs/IM nailing, general surgery, bariatric surgery, bladder sling, and hysterectomy

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum of 1 year recent acute care experience, preferably in med-surg
• Meditech charting experience preferred
• Nursing skills in NGT tube management, IV placement, and foley management preferred
• Flexibility with scheduling required
• No employment gaps of 90+ days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care on a busy orthopedic and general surgery med-surg unit
• Strong time management skills and a team-oriented, upbeat personality are valued
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Unit has received multiple HCA Unit of Distinction Awards and a PRISM award
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be considered, with no local candidates accepted
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration (no Canadian SSNs accepted)
• One professional reference required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-783138. 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.

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