Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Albany, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 02 / 09 / 2026
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med-Surg position on a secure unit, requiring a current NY RN license and Epic EMR proficiency.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
Work on a secure Med-Surg unit in a hospital settingNight shift from 19 : 00 to 07 : 3013-week contract assignmentCares for adult Med-Surg patientsEpic EMR is used and previous experience is requiredNo blocked scheduling allowedRTO must be requested at time of applicationTravellers residing in Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Ulster, Warren, or Washington counties are not eligibleOnly medical exemptions for the flu vaccine signed by a licensed professional are acceptedMore than 3 call outs during the contract may result in termination and makeup shifts are required within a 6-week periodTravel pairs are not allowed and candidates may only submit to one positionCompetency testing required for applicants with less than 2 years of Med-Surg experience\n \n Requirements\n
Active NY RN license required at the time of considerationMinimum of 2 years recent Med-Surg nursing experience requiredBLS certification through AHA or RQI requiredEpic EMR experience is mandatoryNo gaps in work history of 90 days or more in the past 12 monthsUS Social Security Number required for considerationMedical professionals only—no Canadian SINs acceptedMust pass Med-Surg competency testing if less than 2 years experience\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-646880. 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.