Travel Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/17/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg 4th Floor night shift position at an acute care hospital in Wisconsin, requiring at least one year of Med/Surg experience and a WI or compact RN license.

• 13-week contract on a 30-bed Med/Surg unit in an acute care hospital setting
• Night shift: 1900–0730 (12-hour shifts)
• Every other weekend required, with holiday rotation (2 out of 3 winter holidays, every other for remaining holidays)
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 4–6 patients on days and 5–6 at night, occasionally up to 7
• CNAs on unit with a 1:10 ratio
• Patient population includes post-op orthopedic and general surgery (knee, hip, shoulder, thyroidectomy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy) as well as medical patients with diagnoses such as HTN, HF, pneumonia, COPD, AMS, TIA, DM, sepsis, UTI, and AKI
• Titratable drips are rare; most common are Heparin and PCAs
• Telemetry monitoring is available via central monitor; RNs are not required to read or interpret their own tele strips — tele techs are available on-site
• RT equipment includes CPAP (home settings) and BiPAP (rare use)
• Charting system is Cerner (transitioning to Epic)
• Floating required to like units; may float as a CNA to IMC, ICU, or ED
• No on-call or standby requirement

• Active WI or compact RN license required by start date
• Current BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg experience required
• 2 professional references required: 1 supervisor reference from within the last 12 months of relevant experience, and 1 peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years

• Orientation consists of 3 days: day 1 includes computer-based training (CBTs) with opportunity to shadow and get familiar with equipment if completed early
• Charge RN takes a patient assignment — sometimes a full assignment, sometimes modified
• Candidates must disclose any prior employment with this health system; former permanent staff must have an end date at least 6 months prior to their consideration date
• First-time travelers are welcome, though more experience is preferred
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Candidates residing within 80 miles of the facility are considered local, which may affect the travel pay rate

American Traveler Job  #P-736382. 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.