Travel Medical Surgical RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg RN for a night shift position requiring prior travel experience and Epic charting proficiency.

• Medical Surgical unit within a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-07:00)
• Cares for patients with sepsis, CIWA, confusion, AMS, COPD, post-op needs, AKI, trauma, respiratory failure, bowel obstruction, pyelonephritis, cardiac conditions, diabetes, GI conditions, isolation precautions, and SI with medical indications
• Required to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active RN license (State or Compact) required in hand at time of submission
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Experience with IV therapy, central line care, blood product administration, and PICC line management
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube management, and ABG interpretation preferred
• Experience with wound care, isolation precautions/PPE, and medication administration including heparin, insulin, and PCA
• Experience in cardiac monitoring and rapid response/code team protocols

• Provide nursing care across the lifespan including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Document care thoroughly in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards
• Work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment requiring adaptability to changing patient safety practices
• Utilize strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Former staff must wait at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO permitted during the first week of orientation
• Travel pairs or groups not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-736264. 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.