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:
  
  10/12/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool position requiring 2+ years of large hospital medical/surgical experience and an active AR or compact RN license.

• Acute care hospital setting with Level 2 trauma designation
• Float pool covering Med/Onc, two surgical units, and two medical units within Med/Surg pods
• 128-bed unit with a 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Total care model with no PCA support
• Patient population includes surgical services (colorectal, hepatobiliary, bariatric, general, ortho) and medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, COPD, kidney and GI conditions
• Remote tele monitoring with only occasional strip reading required
• Respiratory therapy equipment managed by RT staff; RNs perform nasal cannula on the floor
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes a patient assignment
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available with varying ratios
• Uses Cerner EMR, transitioning to Epic in November 2026
• 12-hour day shifts, 7a-7p
• Every other weekend required
• No holiday requirement
• No call or standby requirement
• Floating required to any Med/Surg pod

• Active AR or compact RN license required
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Large hospital experience required
• Current medical/surgical nursing experience required
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

• Provide direct patient care within a rotating float pool across medical and surgical units
• 3 shifts of unit/department-specific orientation provided
• Navy scrubs required; scrubs not provided
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-762038. 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 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.