Travel Medical Surgical RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  17 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 17 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Medical Surgical unit requiring a PA or compact RN license and at least 1 year of med/surg experience.

• Medical Surgical unit setting within a hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:7
• Night shift (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30) or day shift (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:30) available, though straight days likely won't be accepted
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Floating required within the hospital and possibly to sister facilities within a 10-mile radius

• Active PA or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience required
• BLS certification required (AHA only)
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, port access/management, blood product administration, central line blood draws, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and IV starts/maintenance
• Gastrointestinal skills required including bariatric surgery care, bowel obstruction management, colostomy/ileostomy care, and feeding tube management
• Respiratory skills required including BiPAP/CPAP management, nasal cannula and oxygen administration/tanks, non-invasive airway management, oral suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Genitourinary/renal skills required including continuous bladder irrigation, peritoneal dialysis/CAPD, pre/post hemodialysis management, and renal failure care
• Medication administration experience required including heparin and insulin
• Professional skills required including isolation precautions/PPE, wound care, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response/code team use
• Work setting experience required in med/surg, neurological/psychiatric care, and orthopedics including total joint replacement and surgical drains
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years preferred
• SSN, DOB, and RTO required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical unit including management of GI, respiratory, genitourinary, and orthopedic conditions
• Participate in cardiac monitoring and emergency response protocols including rapid response and code teams
• Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted for this position
• Former permanent employees of the facility are not eligible to return as travelers
• Travel pairs may be accommodated based on facility need, though the same schedule cannot be guaranteed
• Candidates must be available to work every other holiday
• Fingerprinting, drug screening, and required labs must be completed within 24-48 hours of signing
• All compliance requirements must be cleared by the Wednesday prior to start
• Approximately 1 hour of pre-start orientation modules required before entering the facility

American Traveler Job  #P-744767. 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

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.