Travel Acute Care Float RN

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

• Specialty:
  Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Float RN with Med Surg Tele experience for a night shift acute care float position requiring a KY or compact RN license.

• Acute Care Float unit position
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• On-call required on a rotating basis
• Open to block scheduling when allowed by the facility
• Meditech charting experience preferred

• Active KY or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required; ACLS and NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent nursing experience required
• Med Surg Tele experience required
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management; chest tube and ABG interpretation preferred
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and wound care; wound vac experience preferred
• Experience in cardiac monitoring and emergency response; telemetry remote monitoring preferred
• Flu vaccine required with no exemptions

• Provide acute care nursing services with floating across medical-surgical and telemetry units as needed
• Must reside within a 65-mile radius; local travelers not accepted
• Weekend requirements to be discussed during interview
• RTO is subject to manager's discretion
• First-time travelers accepted with strong clinical experience and knowledge

American Traveler Job  #P-775391. 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.