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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Med/Surg Float Pool position requiring at least 18 months of Med Surg or ICU experience and an active AL or compact RN license.

• Staff Float Pool Med Surg role within a 492-bed Level I Trauma Center with a Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center
• Home unit assigned on the first day of orientation, with floating to like units such as MS-MS, MS-ICU task, MS-ER/MS holds, or similar ICU assignments
• May be assigned to units including Trauma Surgical, Neuroscience, Med Surg/Oncology, Orthopedics, or MS/Ortho/Urology depending on need
• Patient ratios typically 1:4, ranging up to 1:6 depending on unit
• 12-hour day and night shifts (7a-7p or 7p-7a), 36/48 hour schedule
• Weekend rotation required, either every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Cerner EMR, with consideration given to Epic experience
• Utilizes Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
• Telemetry monitored by dedicated techs, though 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
• 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 strictly ICU background
• Previous staff must wait 6 months from their last shift worked before returning in a travel role

• Daily responsibilities include wound care, IV starts, chest tube management, trach care, medication administration, and patient turning/ADL assistance due to lower patient ratios
• Chemo administration experience is highly preferred but not required for Oncology assignments
• Unit support includes CNAs, charge nurses, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, hospitalists, and telemetry techs
• New or returning travelers (gone 1+ years) receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours on the unit
• Holiday coverage includes one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy, though specific days off are not contractually guaranteed prior to arrival
• Any scrub color is permitted
• Free parking is available on the 2nd through 4th levels of the parking deck
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must live outside a 60-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-748923. 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.