Travel Med Surg RN - $2,182 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Charge RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring an NE or compact RN license and at least 1 year of experience.

• Acute care Med/Surg unit with 42 beds serving medical, surgical, and orthopedic patients
• Charge RN role for nights, typically without a patient assignment but may take patients if staffing is short or census is under 22
• Nursing ratio of 1:6-7 under a dyad care model with dedicated CNA support at the same ratio and a virtual nurse at 1:30
• Charge nurse present on each shift
• Central telemetry monitoring available with telemetry on the floor
• RT staff available 24 hours on the floor
• No titratable drips other than Heparin
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, scheduled  or
• Weekend and holiday coverage required as needed
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required to PCU or Burn units
• Unit-specific orientation includes one week of classroom training followed by two 12-hour shifts on the floor

• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Active NE or compact RN license required, pending licenses not accepted
• Driver's license required at time of submission to confirm residency
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility
• Artificial fingernails prohibited in all patient care departments

• Charge RN responsibilities include overseeing shift operations and staffing coordination
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Must pass an open-book, pass/fail exam during orientation on skills learned, requiring a 90% score to continue in the assignment
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license
• Candidates may not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any Common Spirit-associated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront for the 13-week contract, with no additional RTO approved afterward
• Facility may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-743378. 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.