Job Description
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 / 29 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg unit day shift position requiring an active compact RN license and recent Epic experience.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
Work in a 45-bed Med / Surg unit of a hospital settingPatient population includes post-surgical, orthopedic, respiratory, and medical cases such as gallbladder, colectomy, knee / hip replacements, GI bleeds, CHF, COPD, sepsis, UTI, and CovidDay shifts are 12 hours long, 6 : 30 am to 7 pmEvery third weekend and every other holiday requiredFirst to float within skillset to other units and campuses up to 11 miles away, with at least 2 hours’ notice for cross-campus floatNavy blue scrubs required with no logos from competing health systems or agenciesUses Epic EMR; recent Epic experience requiredMay be asked to precept students and new-hires as part of a teaching hospital teamExperienced and supportive unit staffCOVID-19 vaccine is not required but is subject to changeNo local candidates considered; must live at least 40 miles from facilityThree unscheduled absences may result in termination\n \n Requirements\n
Active KY or compact RN licenseAHA BLS and NIHSS certifications requiredMinimum two years of strong Med / Surg experience plus at least one travel assignment completedRecent Epic charting experience requiredStrong skills in PIV insertion, chest tube and drain management, CBI, drip management (heparin, cardizem), PEG / NG tube care, ostomy care, remote telemetry, blood product administration, NIHSS / dysphagia screeningMust demonstrate strong assessment and critical thinking skills\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-646316. 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.