Travel Med Surg RN Float Pool - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama.

• Specialty:
  Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/17/2026
• 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 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a Staff Float Pool position requiring AL or compact RN license, night shifts, and at least 18 months of Med Surg and/or ICU experience.

• Staff Float Pool position within a 492-bed hospital that is a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, and Primary Stroke Center
• Assigned to a home unit on the first day of orientation, which may include Trauma Surgical, Neuroscience, Med Surg/Oncology, Clinical Decision Unit, Orthopedics, or Med Surg/Ortho/Urology
• Patient populations vary by unit and include general surgery, vascular, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedics, urology, and general medsurg diagnoses
• Typical patient ratios range from 1:5 to 1:6 depending on unit
• 12-hour night shifts (7:00 pm start), scheduled 36/48 hours per week
• Weekend rotation required (every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month)
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to like units, including MS-to-MS, MS-to-ICU (task only), MS-to-ER/holds, or similar ICU float patterns
• EMR:
  Cerner preferred
• Uses Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
• Telemetry monitored by dedicated Telemetry Techs, RNs required to interpret and confirm strip readings every 4 hours
• Support staff on units includes CNAs, HUC/receptionist, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, and hospitalist

• Active RN license (AL state or compact) required
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 18 months of Med Surg and/or ICU experience required
• Cerner experience required if candidate has strictly ICU experience; EPIC or Cerner experience accepted for Med Surg background
• Trauma/surgical experience required for surgical unit placement (at least 1 year)
• Skills may include wound care, chest tube management, NGT, PEG, foley/catheter care, tracheostomy care, IV starts, central line care, ostomy care, and PCA pump management depending on unit assignment
• Telemetry strip interpretation skills required
• Prior traveler staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 6 months before returning as a contractor

• First-time travelers will be considered
• Orientation includes 24 hours of classroom time and 24 hours on the unit for travelers new to the facility or returning after 1+ years
• Rehire orientation length depends on last date worked at the facility
• Holiday coverage expected for one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy, though specific dates are not guaranteed off prior to arrival
• Facility observes blackout dates throughout the year during which time-off requests require additional approval
• Up to 7 days of time off can be pre-approved excluding blackout dates
• Scrubs of any color are permitted
• Parking available in designated parking deck levels only
• Schedule follows a 4-week cycle with no self-scheduling;
  Smart Square system is utilized
• Candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for the travel position

American Traveler Job  #P-730600. 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.