Travel Medical Surgical RN - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• 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 21, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN with Michigan licensure and neurological unit experience for a night shift position with every-other-weekend requirements.

• Work on a 40-bed Medical Surgical unit specializing in neurological disorders including stroke, epilepsy, and multiple sclerosis
• Care for a large spinal surgery population including post-operative neuro-surgery, ortho-surgery, laminectomy, and spinal fusion patients
• Unit includes six step-down/telemetry beds and six bariatric beds
• Unit includes a four-bed Neuro Monitoring Unit admitting seizure patients starting at age 5
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 19:00 to 7:30
• Night shift patient ratios of 1:5-6, with no LPN support on nights
• Charge nurse takes patients when unit is short-staffed
• Required to work every other weekend
• May float to other Med/Surg units, ICU units, and ED waiting rooms
• Uses Epic charting system and Pyxis medication dispensing

• Active Michigan RN license required
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• NIHSS certification required, or willingness to complete certification prior to start
• 1-2 years of Med/Surg experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Supervisor-level reference required
• Proof of flu vaccination required for consideration, or exemption submitted within 48 hours of signing

• Provide direct care to a diverse patient population including neurological, post-surgical, telemetry step-down, and bariatric patients
• Travelers are prioritized for floating assignments
• Assignment length offers up to 26 weeks
• RTO limited to no more than 10 days
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restrictions
• Previous Bronson internal travelers may return after 6 months of separation
• Previous permanent staff may return after 1 year of separation
• Annual self-reported training modules required, completed during orientation and yearly thereafter

American Traveler Job  #P-746435. 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.