Travel Med Surg RN - $2,146 per week
Listed on 2026-08-19
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Nursing
RN Nurse, ICU Nurse, Travel Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
Med Surg / Telemetry - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
09/08/2026 - Duration:
26 weeks - 36 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, nights - Employment Type:
Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours:
36 hrs/wk - Start Date:
Sep 8, 2026 - Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a specialized neuro unit position requiring 1-2 years of Med/Surg experience and NIHSS certification.
Details- Work on a 40-bed Medical Surgical unit specializing in neurological disorders such as Stroke, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis and other inflammatory brain and spinal cord conditions
- Care for a large post-operative spinal surgery population including neuro-surgery, ortho-surgery, Laminectomy and Spinal Fusion patients
- Unit includes six step-down/telemetry beds and six bariatric beds to support a diverse patient population
- Unit includes a four-bed Neuro Monitoring Unit admitting seizure patients age 5 and older for diagnostic evaluation
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours), 19:00-7:30
- Night shift ratios of 1:5-6 with no LPN support on nights
- Charge nurse takes patients when unit is understaffed (3 patients when staffed with 4 RNs, 6 patients when staffed with 3 nurses)
- 36 or 48 hour weekly schedules available
- Required to work every other weekend
- May be required to float to other Med/Surg units, ICU units and ED waiting rooms, with travelers prioritized for floating
- Uses Epic EMR and Pyxis medication dispensing system
- Active Michigan RN license required
- BLS (AHA) certification required
- NIHSS certification required; if pending, must be obtained prior to start
- 1-2 years of Med/Surg experience preferred
- Prior Charge Nurse experience preferred
- Proof of Flu vaccination required, with exemption requests submitted within 48 hours of contract signing
- Supervisor-level references required
- Provide direct care to patients with complex neurological, post-surgical, telemetry, and bariatric needs
- Holiday coverage is required
- No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment
- RTO limited to no more than 10 days for the assignment
- Locals accepted at the same rate with no radius restrictions
- Previous Bronson travelers may return after 6 months, and previous permanent staff may return after 1 year
- Annual and orientation modules are self-reported and completed as non-billable time
American Traveler Job #P-745959. 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
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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