Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Opelika, Alabama.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position with Cerner EMR experience and BLS certification required.

• Work in an acute care hospital setting on either the 5T or 7T Med/Surg units
• Night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts
• Patient census per unit is 34 beds (5T) or 36 beds (7T), nurse to patient ratios are 1:5-6
• Weekend requirement is 4 shifts per 4 weeks
• Floating required within the medical-surgical division
• No on-call or standby requirements for contract staff
• Charting is done using Cerner EMR
• Patient population includes diagnoses such as CKD, ESRD, CVA, DM, COPD, Sepsis, AMS, UTI, AKI, Diabetes, Anemia, Weakness, and COVID
• 5T unit uses high flow, CPAP, and BiPAP; 7T unit uses all O2 modalities up to BiPAP (no ventilators)
• Staff may need to titrate Heparin on 7T (with pharmacist direction);
  Amiodarone, Dobutamine, and Cardizem are set rate drips for stable patients on 7T
• Provide nursing care to adult patients with a wide range of complex and acute diagnoses
• Teamwork and initiative are emphasized, especially in the 7T unit
• Ceil blue scrubs are required and not provided
• 5T unit includes two orientation shifts on the unit; 7T unit orientation includes one week at the education center and two twelve-hour shifts on the unit
• Nurse aides support the units with a goal of a ≤1:12 aide to patient ratio
• Charge nurse may take patient assignments based on census and staffing needs
• Holiday coverage required based on unit policy

• Active AL or compact RN license required
• At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg RN experience
• Current BLS certification required for both units
• NIHSS certification required for 5T unit only
• Ability to independently read telemetry strips is required
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR preferred
• Must be able to work night shifts as scheduled
• Must live at least 100 miles from the facility per radius rule

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-672850. 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.