Travel RN - Med/Surg

American Traveler

Henderson (NC)

On-site

USD 87,000 - 96,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift travel assignment in a 48-bed unit with a 1:6 patient ratio. Requires 1 year Med/Surg experience and a completed travel assignment, with NC or Compact RN license and mandatory certifications.

Responsibilities include starting IVs, Foley and NG tubes, managing EKGs and heparin drips, and documenting in Paragon EHR. Lodging and meals are included as part of travel compensation.

Qualifications

Active RN license NC or Compact.
BLS, ACLS and NIHSS certifications.
At least 1 year Med/Surg experience with one travel assignment.
Able to start IVs, place Foley catheters, and insert NG tubes.
Experience with EKGs and heparin drips management.
Active Nursys licensure verification; provide copies of certifications.

Responsibilities

Provide Med/Surg nursing care on a 48-bed unit with 1:6 ratio.
Work night shift 7P-7A, 36 hours per week.
Occasional float to rehab or ER for tasking only.
Use Paragon EHR for documentation.
No on-call requirements.

Skills

RN license NC/Compact

Med/Surg experience

Travel assignment experience

IV starts

Foley catheter

NG tubes

EKG

Heparin drips

Paragon EHR

Tools

Paragon EHR

Job description

Travel RN - Med/Surg

Pay

$1,852/wk

Overview

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$24,075

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$96,300

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

$648/wk

Regular Hours

$18.00 x 36 hours/wk = $648

Weekly Stipends

$1,204/wk

Lodging

$103.99 x 7 days = $728

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$1,852/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,667 - $1,852. The $1,852 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

Assignment Overview

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Posted 3 days ago

Shift

Nights, 3x12hrs

Hours

36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Sep 14, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

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Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift (7P-7A) travel assignment requiring at least 1 year of experience and a prior completed travel assignment.

Details

Medical Surgical Combination unit within a 205-licensed-bed hospital
48-bed unit with a 1:6 patient ratio
Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Every other weekend required
No on-call requirements
Rare floating possible to inpatient rehab or ER for tasking only
Uses Paragon EHR

Requirements

Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg experience with at least 1 completed travel assignment required
Must be able to start IVs, insert foley catheters, and insert NG tubes
Experience performing EKGs and managing heparin drips required
Experience with high patient turnover in a 1:6 ratio setting preferred
Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
Active Nursys licensure verification required at time of consideration
Copies of required certifications must be provided

Additional Information

Facility is Joint Commission accredited with an 'A' LeapFrog Hospital Safety Rating
Hospital houses the region's largest and most comprehensive ED plus a free-standing ED
Facility features the largest and most advanced ICU and PCU in the region
Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to qualify for travel rate consideration
Previous perm staff employment at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months is not eligible
Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full-time during the assignment

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

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