Travel Med Surg Float RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Little Rock, Arkansas.

• Specialty:
  Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/21/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 5

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Float RN for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring 2+ years of experience and an AR or compact RN license.

• Float pool coverage between Med/Onc, two surgical units, and two medical units in an acute care hospital
• 128-bed Med/Surg unit with a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Total care model with no PCAs
• Surgical patient population including colorectal, hepatobiliary, bariatric, general, and orthopedic cases
• Medical patient population including diabetes, heart disease, COPD, kidney, and GI conditions
• No telemetry monitoring on the unit, aside from occasional strip reading with remote tele monitoring support
• Respiratory therapy equipment managed by RT staff; RNs only apply nasal cannula on the floor
• Cerner EMR currently in use, transitioning to Epic in November 2026
• Charge nurse present on every shift and takes a patient assignment
• Nurse aides/PCTs available on the unit with varying ratios
• 12-hour day shifts, 7a-7p, with every other weekend required
• No holiday or on-call/standby requirements
• Floating required to any Med/Surg pod within the facility

• Active AR or Compact RN license required
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant, current medical/surgical experience required
• Large hospital experience required
• No first-time travelers considered for this position
• Not required to titrate drips

• Provide direct patient care across multiple Med/Surg units as part of a float pool team
• 3 shifts of unit/department-specific orientation provided
• Navy scrubs required; scrubs not provided
• Candidates must not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and Dignity, within the past year
• Candidates previously employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-748995. 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 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.