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

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

• Float pool position covering multiple Med/Surg and specialty units within a 492-bed hospital
• Units may include Trauma Surgical, Neuroscience, Med Surg/Oncology, Orthopedics, and Med Surg/Ortho/Urology
• Patient populations vary by unit and include general surgery, vascular, neuro, oncology, orthopedic, and urology cases
• Patient ratios typically range from 1:4 to 1:6 depending on unit
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7a, 12-hour shifts, 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 (e.g., MS to MS, MS to ICU tasks, MS to ER/holds)
• Uses Cerner EMR;
  Epic experience will be considered
• Utilizes Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
• Telemetry monitored by techs, but RNs required to interpret and confirm strip readings every 4 hours
• Support staff includes CNAs, HUC/receptionist, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, and hospitalist

• Active RN license (AL or compact) required
• Current BLS and NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 18 months of Med Surg and/or ICU experience required
• Cerner experience required if experience is strictly ICU-based
• Trauma or surgical experience required for Trauma Surgical unit assignments
• Unit-specific skills may include wound care, chest tubes, NGT, IV starts, trach care, PEG, colostomy/ostomy care, and central line blood draws
• Chemo certification preferred but not required for Oncology unit
• Physical ability to assist with patient turning, bathing, and ADLs in lower-ratio units

• Facility is a 492-bed Level I Trauma Center, Level III NICU, and Primary Stroke Center
• Will be assigned a home unit on the first day of orientation
• New-to-facility or returning travelers (gone 1+ years) receive 24 hours of classroom orientation and 24 hours on the unit
• Rehire orientation length depends on last date worked at the facility
• One major and one minor seasonal holiday coverage expected per policy, though specific dates are not guaranteed off
• Facility maintains blackout RTO dates throughout the year, limiting time-off approval during those periods
• Time off can be approved for up to 7 days excluding blackout dates
• Uses a 4-week self-scheduling cycle via Smart Square (no self-scheduling)
• Scrubs of any color are permitted
• Parking available in designated deck levels at no cost
• First-time travelers will be considered with sufficient experience
• Previous staff must wait 6 months from their last shift before returning as a traveler
• Candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility to be eligible; no local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-748841. 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.