Job Description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Memphis, Tennessee.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/17/2025
- 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 requiring prior travel and Level I trauma experience.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
- Work in a Medical Surgical unit at a large hospital setting
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-07:00)
- Patient ratio is typically 1:7, working with a team nursing model with support from PCCs, LPNs, and others
- Floats may be required to similar units and campuses within a 20-mile radius
- Assignment may require on-call and some weekend shifts
- Team nursing structure in place with support from multidisciplinary staff
- Floating to other campuses is rare unless otherwise specified
- All requested time off must be submitted at the time of application; modifications are not permitted after offer
- Must be willing to work 2 out of 3 major holidays if assignment spans Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s; if only 2 occur, must work 1
- Returning travelers must have a one-year separation from previous employment at this health system to be eligible
- Vaccination status must be documented
- Travelers should be prepared to adhere to strict compliance and eligibility requirements
\n \n Requirements\n
- Active TN or compact RN license in hand; no pending licensure accepted
- Minimum of 2 years of recent Med/Surg experience required, preference for 3+ years
- At least 1 completed previous travel assignment is required
- Level I trauma center experience is required
- Experience in large hospital settings required
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher
- Cerner EMR experience preferred
- Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility to be eligible
- First-time travelers are not accepted
- Must provide a copy of driver’s license for consideration
\n Benefits\n
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
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American Traveler Job ID #P-620441. 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.
Job Tags
Daily paid, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,