Travel Med Surg Float Pool RN

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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 12-hour night shift float pool role at a Level I trauma center, requiring an active AL or compact RN license and at least 18 months of Med Surg and/or ICU experience.

• Float pool position within the Med/Surg department of a 492-bed Level I Trauma Center with a Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center
• May be assigned to units including Trauma Surgical, Neuroscience, Med Surg/Oncology, Orthopedics, or MS/Ortho/Urology depending on need
• Patient ratios typically range from 1:4 to 1:6 depending on unit and acuity
• 12-hour night shifts scheduled from 7pm to 7am, averaging 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation required either every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to like units based on patient type and unit needs
• Uses Cerner EMR, with Epic experience also considered
• Utilizes Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
• Telemetry is monitored by telemetry techs, but RNs must interpret and confirm strip readings every 4 hours
• Scheduling follows a 4-week cycle using Smart Square, with no self-scheduling

• Active RN license (AL or Compact) required
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 18 months of Med Surg and/or ICU experience required
• EPIC or Cerner EMR experience required;
  Cerner experience specifically required for candidates with ICU-only background
• At least 1 reference from a charge nurse or higher within the past 12 months required for consideration
• Copies of current certifications required for consideration
• Date of birth (day and month) required for consideration

• Responsibilities vary by assigned unit and may include wound care, IV starts, trach care, chest tube management, ostomy/colostomy care, and medication administration
• Unit support typically includes CNAs, charge nurses, HUCs, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, and hospitalist coverage
• New or returning travelers absent 1+ year receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours of unit orientation
• Holiday coverage includes one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy, though specific days off are not guaranteed
• Facility maintains blackout dates throughout the year during which time-off requests are not approved
• Scrub color is not restricted to a specific color
• Free parking is available in the designated parking deck
• Candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility to be eligible
• Former staff must wait 6 months from their last shift before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-748842. 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.