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:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a Level I Trauma Center's float pool, requiring at least 18 months of Med Surg/ICU experience and an active AL or compact RN license.

• 492-bed Level I Trauma Center with a Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center
• Staff Float Pool Med Surg position with a home unit assigned on the first day of orientation
• May float to units including Trauma Surgical, Neuroscience, Med Surg/Oncology, Orthopedics, or Med Surg/Ortho/Urology
• Patient populations vary by unit and include general surgery, vascular, neuro (CVA, TBI, seizure, spinal fusion, craniotomy), oncology, orthopedic, and urology cases
• Patient ratios typically 1:4-6 depending on unit
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM start, on a 36-48 hour schedule
• 36 standard hours per week on a 4-week schedule cycle using Smart Square (no self-scheduling)
• Weekend rotation required: every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to like units (MS-MS, MS-ICU task, MS-ER/MS holds, ICU-ICU, ICU-MS task with limit of 3, ICU-ER/ICU holds)
• EMR:
  Cerner, with EPIC experience also considered
• Uses Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
• Telemetry monitored by techs on hallway monitors, with RNs required to interpret and confirm strip readings every 4 hours

• Active RN license (AL state or compact) required
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 18 months of Med Surg and/or ICU experience required
• Cerner experience required for candidates with strictly ICU background
• EPIC or Cerner EMR experience required
• Unit-specific skills may include wound care, chest tube management, NGT, IV starts, trach care, PEG tube care, ostomy/colostomy care, foley catheter management, PCA pump use, and medication administration
• Chemo certification preferred for Med Surg/Oncology unit assignment
• Telemetry experience preferred

• Provide direct patient care including turning, bathing, and ADL assistance in line with lower patient ratios
• Support staff available on units including CNAs, HUC/receptionist, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, hospitalist, and telemetry techs
• Travelers new to the facility or returning after 1+ years receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours on-unit training
• Former staff members must wait 6 months from their last shift before returning as a travel RN
• Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy
• Facility maintains 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
• Free parking available in designated parking deck levels
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-744042. 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.