Travel Medical Surgical Float RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Float RN for a 24-bed adult overflow unit requiring at least 1 year of specialty experience and an active MO or Compact RN license.

• Float position within the Medical Surgical service line at a teaching hospital
• Adult overflow unit servicing multiple admitting physician teams including Neurology, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Cardiology, Orthopedics, and Oncology
• Cares for adult patients 16 and older with diagnoses including diabetes, CHF, COPD, renal disease, orthopedic fractures, and neurological deficits
• Patient ratios of 1:5-7
• Day shift, 3x12 hours, 7:00am-7:30pm
• Every other weekend required
• Mandatory floating to Med/Surg and Tele units
• Performs general floor care including IV therapy, lab draws, nasogastric tube care, wound care, and assists with bedside procedures and conscious sedation
• Charge duties required as needed
• 36 or 48 hour contracts available

• Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS required, ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience required in the specialty
• Previous travel experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level I and II experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line blood draws, PICC line management, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy care preferred
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and telemetry preferred
• Wound care/wound vac experience preferred
• Cerner charting experience preferred but not required
• Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs

• Works in a 24-hour, 365-day healthcare facility with routine exposure to patients with contagious illnesses
• 50% holiday coverage required on contract
• Rotating shifts and work during inclement weather may be required
• Floating is mandatory, including serving as a Patient Observer/Sitter when needed
• Local candidates residing 51-74 miles from the facility may be offered a local rate
• Candidates residing within 50 miles are not eligible for consideration
• Max RTO of 10 days, with none permitted during the first week due to orientation
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-768320. 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 Float Pool

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.