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
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of experience and prior travel nursing experience.

• Medical Surgical unit with a diverse patient population including sepsis, COPD, AKI, trauma, respiratory failure, and cardiac conditions
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Required to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active State or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital and 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 tracheostomy care
• Experience with wound care, isolation precautions/PPE, and administration of Heparin, Insulin, and PCA
• Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and EMR software

• Provide nursing care across the lifespan including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Apply the nursing process with thorough documentation per regulatory and hospital standards
• Work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment requiring adaptability to changing patient safety protocols
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates will not be accepted
• Previous staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Travel pairs or groups will not be considered for this position
• Must complete core onboarding items and labs within 48 hours of contract signing

American Traveler Job  #P-749634. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.