Med Surg RN
Corpus Christi, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week travel assignment requiring 1+ year of recent acute med/surg experience and an active TX or compact RN license.

Details

• Work on a 16-bed Med/Surg unit with a mix of general med/surg and COVID-positive patients
• Day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• 13-week assignment length
• Maximum patient ratio of 6:1
• Unit staffing typically includes 1 charge nurse, 3-4 RNs, and 1 PCA per shift
• Uses Meditech EMR
• Standard unit equipment used for patient care
• Rotating weekend coverage required, with additional flexibility expected from travel RNs
• Floating to other Med/Surg units as needed

Requirements

• Active RN license (TX or Compact)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute Med/Surg experience within the last year required
• 2+ years of Med/Surg experience preferred
• Ortho, neuro-surgery, or Med/Surg/Telemetry background preferred
• Ability to care for 4-6 patients at a time
• Proficient in standard nursing skills including IV insertion, urinary catheter insertion/maintenance, and central line maintenance
• No gaps in work history of 90+ days within the past 12 months
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care for Med/Surg patients including medication administration and documentation in the EHR
• Collaborate and communicate with all members of the care team
• Best fit for friendly, positive, patient-centered, and team-focused candidates
• Scrub attire required per facility dress code
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this travel position