Travel Med Surg Ortho RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Ortho RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring at least 1 year of experience and an Iowa or Compact RN license.

• Acute care Med/Surg Ortho unit in a Level 3 trauma facility with 28 beds plus 22 overflow
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Common diagnoses include total knee/hip/shoulder replacements, fractures, COPD, diabetes, wounds, IV infusions, dementia, oncology, sepsis, pneumonia, CHF, and substance abuse
• RNs are not required to titrate drips
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes an assignment
• Nurse aides/patient care techs on unit at a 1:10 ratio
• Cardiac monitors located at the main nurses station; no requirement to read own strips
• 12-hour night shifts,  and , with self-scheduling
• Weekend requirement of every third weekend (Friday and Saturday considered the weekend for nights)
• Required to float first within scope
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active RN license
  - Iowa or Compact required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Driver's license required at time of submission for radius verification
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

• Unit focuses on hourly rounding and bedside shift report
• Looking for candidates who are adaptable, self-directed, and open to change
• Primary patient population includes low to middle income individuals, with some patients experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, or addiction history
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Orientation includes a first week of classroom training followed by one 12-hour shift on the unit
• RNs must pass a pass/fail open-book exam on skills learned during orientation, requiring a 90% score to continue in the assignment
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove them will result in contract termination
• Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year
• RTO must be submitted upfront, and additional RTO requests will not be approved after submission

American Traveler Job  #P-769484. 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
- Orthopedics

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.