American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/10/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Med/Surg position on a 32-bed Medical-Surgical Orthopedics unit in Austin, TX, working night shifts with rotating weekend requirements.
Details
- Work on a 32-bed Medical-Surgical Orthopedics unit (4 East) in a hospital setting
- Patient population includes post-surgical orthopedic, neurological, bariatric, and general surgery cases
- Typical procedures include neurosurgeries (kyphoplasty, decompression, laminectomy), fracture repairs/IM nailing, bariatric surgery (gastric sleeve), bladder sling, and hysterectomy
- Patient ratios are 1:5 or 1:6 on days and 1:6 or 1:7 on nights
- Equipment used includes PCAs, On-Q pumps, Hoyer lifts, traction, and wound vacs
- EMR is Meditech; prior Meditech experience is preferred
- Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Rotating weekend requirement
- No on-call required
Requirements
- Active TX RN license or compact RN license required
- Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute care experience, preferably in med-surg
- Proficiency with NGT tubes, IV placement, and Foley management preferred
- Meditech EMR experience preferred
- US SSN and DOB required for consideration
- One professional reference required
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Night shift team consists of 1 charge nurse, 5 RNs, and 2 PCTs
- Unit has received multiple HCA Unit of Distinction Awards and the PRISM Award
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Strong time management skills and a team-oriented, upbeat attitude are important for success on this unit
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates will not be considered
- First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded, but acute care experience is required
American Traveler Job ID #P-736607. 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.