Travel Med Surg RN - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN with active MI licensure and at least 1 year of Med/Surg experience for a night shift hospital position.

Details

• Work on a 37-bed Medical, Surgical, and Oncology unit within a hospital setting
• Care for general medical diagnosis patients as well as gastrointestinal, urological, and gynecological surgical patients
• Unit also sees ortho/neurovascular, cardio/pulmonary, and surgical patients including GI, urology, hysterectomy, and mastectomy cases
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• 36 or 48 hour work weeks available
• Staffing ratio of 1:5-6 for nights, which may flex to 1:8 with LPN support
• Works alongside a variety of staff including RNs, LPNs, and Techs
• Floating to other Med/Surg units required, typically about once per week
• Travelers float first when floating is needed
• Required to work every other weekend
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Requirements

• Active Michigan RN license required (pending license accepted with ETA)
• BLS (AHA) certification required (pending accepted with confirmation of willingness to obtain)
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg experience required, 2 years preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Supervisor-level references required
• Proof of flu vaccination required with submission, or vaccination exemption submitted within 48 hours of signing

Additional Information

• Must be available for the first two weeks of orientation
• Holiday coverage is required, and RTO during holidays must remain flexible to accommodate staffing needs
• RTO requests limited to no more than 10 days
• Block scheduling cannot be guaranteed or approved at this time
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at the local rate
• Previous Bronson travelers may return after 6 months, and previous permanent staff may return after 1 year
• Nursing students may be present as part of unit training
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-740645. 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.