Travel Med Surg RN Float Pool

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:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• Float pool position covering multiple Med/Surg specialty units including Trauma Surgical, Neuroscience, Oncology, Orthopedics, and Urology/ENT
• 492-bed Level I Trauma Center with a Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center designation
• Patient ratios typically 1:4-6 depending on unit acuity
• 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a), scheduled on a 4-week cycle using Smart Square
• Every other weekend or 4 weekend shifts per month required
• No on-call requirements
• EMR is Cerner, though EPIC experience will be considered
• Uses Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
• Telemetry monitored by dedicated techs, but RNs are required to interpret and confirm strip readings every 4 hours
• Floating required within like units (MS to MS, MS to ICU for tasks, MS to ER/holds, or similar ICU rotations)
• Support staff includes CNAs, HUC/receptionists, charge nurses, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, and hospitalists

• 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 or EPIC EMR experience required;
  Cerner specifically required for ICU-only experience
• Skills may include wound care, chest tube management, NGT, ostomy/colostomy care, trach care, PEG tubes, IV starts, central line blood draws, and PCA pump management depending on assigned unit
• Chemo certification preferred but not required for Oncology assignments

• Assigned a home unit on the first day of orientation
• Travelers new to the facility or returning after 1+ years will receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours on the unit
• One major and one minor seasonal holiday coverage expected per policy, though specific dates are not guaranteed off
• Multiple blackout periods throughout the year during which time off requests will not be approved without special authorization
• Up to 7 days of time off can be pre-approved excluding blackout dates
• Scrubs may be any color
• Free parking available in designated levels of the parking deck
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Previous staff must wait 6 months from their last shift before returning as a travel RN
• Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility

American Traveler Job  #P-748843. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.