Travel Med Surg RN - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Uniontown, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring a PA or compact RN license and 2 years of experience.

Details

• Work in the 1W Med/Surg unit of an acute care hospital
• 28-bed all-private-room unit with a 1:6-7 patient ratio
• Patient population primarily includes post-surgical and orthopedic cases
• 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday) plus 2 Fridays per schedule
• Floating limited to other Med/Surg units
• No dedicated cardiac monitors on the unit; remote telemetry monitored by monitor tech
• Nights staffed with a resource nurse taking a full patient assignment; no CNAs on nights
• Uses Cerner EMR
• May manage patients on Heparin and MSO4 drips for comfort measures (no cardiac drips)
• Vent management (BiPAP, CPAP, High Flow) handled by Respiratory Therapy

Requirements

• Active RN license (PA or compact) required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• BSN not required for this position
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility
• Copy of unexpired driver's license required for consideration
• Any hits on professional license must be disclosed at time of consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care for post-surgical and orthopedic Med/Surg patients
• One-shift floor orientation with a preceptor provided
• Scrub color required is navy blue, including jackets if worn
• Holiday coverage required as part of the standard staff holiday rotation
• Self-scheduling and blocked schedules allowed as long as unit needs are met
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Returning travelers to any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Travelers cannot work within WVU Medicine facilities for longer than one year without taking a 2-year break
• Local candidates are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-741687. 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.