Travel Med/Surg Float Pool RN - $2,146 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool position at a Level II Trauma Center in Montgomery, AL, requiring a minimum of 18 months of Med/Surg and/or ICU experience and an AL or compact RN license.

Details

• Float pool position assigned to a home Med/Surg unit on the first day of orientation
• Level II Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center hospital with 492 beds
• Possible unit assignments include: 6 North Trauma Surgical (general/vascular surgery), 5 South Neuroscience (CVA, TBI, seizure, craniotomy, spinal fusion, and more), 5 North Med/Surg Oncology (MS/oncology, palliative care, ETOH withdrawal), 4 South Clinical Decision Unit (COPD, CHF, sepsis, end-of-life, and other general Med/Surg), 3 South Orthopedics (joint replacements, fractures, fusions), and 3 North MS/Ortho/Urology (urology, ENT, ortho, Med/Surg)
• Patient ratios range from 1:5 to 1:6 depending on unit assignment
• Telemetry is monitored by telemetry techs; RNs are required to interpret and confirm strip readings every 4 hours
• Floating may occur to like units (MS-to-MS, MS-to-ICU task, MS-to-ER/MS holds)
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month required
• No on-call requirements
• EMR: Cerner (preferred)
• IV pumps: Plum 360 | Medication dispensing: Omnicell | Monitors: Spacelabs
• Scheduling follows a 4-week cycle via Smart Square; no self-scheduling

Requirements

• Active AL RN license or compact RN license required (can submit pending with ETA)
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 18 months of Med/Surg and/or ICU experience required
• Epic or Cerner EMR experience required; Cerner required if experience is strictly ICU-based
• Chemo administration certification preferred for candidates interested in the Oncology unit
• Telemetry experience is a plus — candidates with tele experience should be prepared to detail that background
• Unit-specific skills may include: wound care, chest tubes, trach care, NGT/PEG tubes, IV starts, central line blood draws, ostomy care, PCA pumps, wound vacs, and more depending on unit assignment
• At least 1 year of trauma/surgical experience required for 6 North Trauma Surgical unit consideration
• DOB (day and month) and SSN required for consideration
• One reference from a charge nurse or above within the past 12 months required for consideration
• Copies of current certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply provided they meet the minimum experience requirements
• Previous permanent staff must have a gap of at least 6 months from their last shift before returning as a traveler
• Travelers new to the facility or returning after 1+ year absence will complete 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours of on-unit orientation
• An interview is required as part of the hiring process
• Unit support includes CNAs (1:6 ratio for vitals, ADLs, glucose checks), charge nurse, HUC/receptionist, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, hospitalist, and telemetry monitoring techs
• One major and one minor seasonal holiday coverage is expected per policy; specific holiday assignments are not guaranteed prior to arrival
• Blackout RTO dates apply to multiple periods throughout the year, including MLK Day, Valentine's Day week, the entire month of March, Easter, Mother's Day weekend, Memorial Day week, Father's Day weekend, Fourth of July, Labor Day weekend, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas/New Year's
• Up to 7 days of time off may be approved excluding blackout dates
• Any scrub color is acceptable
• Parking is available in the parking deck on levels 2 through 4 only
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility; locals are not eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-710696. 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.

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