Travel Medical Surgical RN - $2,211 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring Epic charting experience and a minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, working night shifts on a 13-week contract.

Details

• Med/Surg unit in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes sepsis, CIWA, confusion/AMS, COPD, post-op care, AKI, trauma, respiratory failure, bowel obstruction, pyelonephritis, cardiac conditions, diabetes, GI conditions, isolation precautions, and SI with medical indications
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Weekend and holiday coverage required
• Epic EMR; experience required

Requirements

• Active Idaho (ID) or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Travel nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency in IV therapy and phlebotomy, including accessing/managing ports, PICC line management, central line blood draws, and blood product administration
• Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, HFNC, tracheostomy care, chest tubes, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with wound care, isolation precautions/PPE, insulin and heparin administration, and PCA management
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level II experience preferred

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• Former permanent staff must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible to return as a traveler
• No travel pairs or groups will be accepted
• RTO of no more than 3 days will be auto-approved; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• Orientation modules are completed onsite and average 4–6 hours for RNs
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years are required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-736262. 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.