Travel Nurse RN - Clinic Med Surg - $1,948 per week

American Traveler; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support and access to in-house clinicians

401(k) match

Housing stipend

24/7 support

Job summary

A travel healthcare company is seeking an experienced Travel Nurse RN for a Med/Surg orthopedic unit in Lafayette, Louisiana. The role includes working night shifts, utilizing specialized equipment, and requires charge nurse capabilities and at least 2 years of Med/Surg orthopedic experience. Candidates must have an active RN license, current AHA ACLS and BLS certifications, and must live at least 65 miles from the facility. The position offers competitive pay and benefits including medical insurance from day one and substantial housing stipends.

Qualifications

• Active LA or compact RN license required.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent Med/Surg ortho nursing experience required.
• Current AHA certifications: ACLS and BLS.
• Current AHA certifications ACLS and BLS.
• Epic EMR experience is required.
• Ortho specialty experience is required.
• No first-time travelers will be considered.
• Candidates must live at least 65 miles from the facility.

Responsibilities

• Work in a medical surgical orthopedic unit within a hospital setting.
• Utilizes specialized equipment such as bladder scanners and Hoyer lifts.
• Requires comfort with emergency team assignments.
• Night shift schedule with three 12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00.
• Possibly float to other inpatient units as needed per unit manager.
• Participate in emergency event team assignments as directed.

Skills

Charge nurse capabilities

Med/Surg orthopedic experience

Epic EMR proficiency

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Epic EMR

Ortho specialty

Distance requirement

Job description

Overview

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Clinic Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

Assignment Details

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg orthopedic unit night shift position requiring charge capabilities, ortho experience, and Epic proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Work in a medical surgical orthopedic unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes total joint replacements, orthopedic spine surgeries, and other orthopedic procedures
• Utilizes specialized equipment such as bladder scanners, Hoyer lifts, and orthopedic braces
• Night shift schedule with three 12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00
• Floating to other inpatient units such as rehab, post-op trauma, ortho neuro trauma, med-surg, oncology, and observation may be required
• Emergency event team assignment may occur as directed by the unit manager

Requirements

• Active LA or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years of recent Med/Surg ortho nursing experience required
• Charge nurse experience and willingness to take charge is required
• Current AHA certifications: ACLS and BLS
• Epic EMR experience required
• Ortho specialty experience required
• No first-time travelers will be considered
• Candidates must live at least 65 miles from the facility

Additional Information

• Must be able to function as a charge nurse as needed
• Must be comfortable participating in emergency or relief team assignments as required
• No on-call requirements for this role
• No more than 2 weeks of requested time off (RTO) may be accommodated
• Dress code and scrub requirements will be provided by the facility

American Traveler Job ID #P-667405. 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.