Medical-Surgical RN
Oakes, ND
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg position at a Critical Access Hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience, night shift availability, and active ND or Compact RN licensure.

Details

• Acute care Med/Surg unit at a Critical Access Hospital (CAH)
• 20-bed unit serving a general medical-surgical patient population including falls, CHF, bowel obstruction, A-fib, and swing bed patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5
• Nurses are required to manage respiratory equipment (Hamilton C1 ventilator, CPAP, BiPap, high-flow) and administer respiratory treatments — no dedicated RT on unit
• Nurses read and document telemetry strips each shift using Mindray monitors (x8); no monitor techs on unit
• Titratable drips include insulin, heparin, and Levophed; set-rate drips include amiodarone
• Charting via MEDITECH
• 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a), with day shift (7a–7p) rotation possible
• Every 3rd weekend requirement, with additional weekend shifts available if desired
• Holiday rotation — candidates who can work holidays are strongly preferred
• No on-call requirement
• Floating to the ER may be required; travelers are not the first to float but flexibility is appreciated
• Schedule is manager-directed and posted 6 weeks in advance; block scheduling may be available based on staffing needs

Requirements

• Active ND or Compact (NLC) RN license required — pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Active certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and PALS (AHA) — pending certifications are not accepted
• TNCC required if candidate has ER experience and will float to the ER
• Proficiency in core nursing skills: patient assessment, infusion pump operation, medication administration, and respiratory equipment management
• Strong teamwork, communication, and reliability are essential in this close-knit CAH environment
• A driver's license is required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• BSN not required

Additional Information

• CNAs and PCTs are present on the unit and assist with vital signs, charting, I&Os, and ADLs
• A charge nurse is available 24/7 and does not take a patient assignment, as they also cover the ER; a nursing supervisor is available Monday–Friday
• Unit orientation is approximately 3–6 shifts, depending on staff availability
• Experience in a Critical Access Hospital setting is appreciated, as staff are expected to be versatile and cross-functional across departments
• ER experience is preferred but not required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit or CHI/Dignity Health facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates previously employed PRN through outside firms will be considered
• No specific scrub color requirement