Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Med Surg

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 12/15/2025

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, days

Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring a KY or compact RN license, strong M/S skills, and the ability to float between campuses.

Responsibilities

Hospital setting on a 45-bed Med/Surg unit with general surgical and medical patients

Patient population includes gallbladder, colectomy, appendectomy, orthopedic surgery, Covid, GI bleeds, CHF, COPD, sepsis, UTI, and respiratory cases

Day shift position, 12-hour shifts from 6:30am to 7:00pm

Every third weekend and every other holiday required

First to float within skillset, including potential to float to nearby campuses with advance notice

Day shift nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4-5

Uses Epic EMR, recent experience required

Duties may include precepting students and new-hires in a teaching hospital environment

Expect to work with a highly experienced staff and support team

Navy blue scrubs required with no competing health system or agency logos

COVID-19 vaccine not required but subject to change

Three call-ins may result in termination

No on-call or call back responsibilities

Hours in orientation week may differ from standard schedule

Requirements

Active KY or compact RN license required

AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required

Minimum two years of strong Med/Surg experience and at least one travel assignment required

Recent Epic charting experience required

Proficiency with PIV insertion, chest tube/indwelling drain management, CBI, drip management (heparin, cardizem), PEG/NG tube care, ostomy care, remote telemetry, blood product administration, and dysphagia screening

Must have strong assessment and critical thinking skills

Candidates must live outside a 40-mile radius of the facility

Benefits

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 ID #P-622415. 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

About American Traveler

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.

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