Travel Ortho Trauma Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a busy Ortho Trauma unit requiring 1 year of Med/Surg experience and TX or compact RN licensure.

• Work on a 36-bed Ortho/Trauma Specialty Med/Surg unit
• 7P-7A night shift schedule
• Staffing includes 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs, and 3 CNAs per shift
• Patient ratio of 1:5, flexing up to 1:6
• Uses telemetry equipment and Meditech EMR
• Common diagnoses include polytrauma, non-surgical cervical fractures, downgraded TBI, and burn downgrades
• Manages Heparin and Protonix drips, with no more than 3 drains per patient
• Floating required to all Med/Surg units
• 4 weekend commitment required

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg experience required
• Ortho and/or Trauma patient experience preferred
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

• Deliver specialty Med/Surg care to orthopedic and trauma patients, including polytrauma and downgraded TBI cases
• Team player mindset valued for this collaborative unit
• Must arrive on the unit by 6:45 PM for shift huddle, with tardiness subject to hospital policy
• Scrub color/attire:
  Royal Blue
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-745629. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.