Medical Surgical RN
Kerrville, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,930/weekOverview
- Start Date09/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration21 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care124 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 7, 2026
- Length: 21 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical position requiring a TX or compact RN license and at least 2 years of experience.
Details
- , 3x12hr days from 6:45-19:15 in the Medical Surgical unit (2W)
- Patient ratio of 1:5
- 4/4 week schedule with weekend requirements: 4 of 8 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (Sat/Sun for days)
- Floating required to 3W and other units as needed
- Any charting system experience required
Requirements
- Active TX or compact RN license required
- Current BLS certification required; ACLS, PALS, and CPI preferred
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Nursys verification required
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred
- Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, HFNC, oxygen administration, and suctioning
- Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and PICC line management preferred
- Experience managing GI conditions including bowel obstruction, ostomy care, and feeding tubes
- Experience with renal failure and continuous bladder irrigation preferred
- Experience with CVA and substance withdrawal patients
- Experience administering heparin and PCA medications
- Skilled in wound care/wound vac, cardiac monitoring, and dysrhythmia management
- Telemetry remote monitoring experience preferred
- Experience with rapid response/code teams preferred
- MS/Tele setting experience preferred
- Thyroidectomy experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide compassionate, world-class patient care within a collaborative medical surgical team
- Located in Kerrville, Texas's wine country, about 1 hour outside San Antonio
- Facility conducts its own mandatory drug screen upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with automatic cancellation for positive results
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility to be considered; local candidates are not accepted
- Facility housing available
- Willing to work through the holidays, with a requirement to work 2 of 3 major holidays if staying through the holiday season, or Thanksgiving if not
- Must work 3 of the 5 winter holidays
- No first-time travelers considered for this position
- RTO requests reviewed on a case-by-case basis and should generally be kept under 7-10 days
- Travel pairs accepted on a case-by-case basis
Facility
Peterson Health
1 nurse recommends working with Peterson Health

- Short Term Acute Care
- 124 beds
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I had a great experience working with my recruiter Sebrona. She was incredibly responsive, got my application submitted quickly, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. She made the travel nursing job search smooth and stress-free. I really appreciated her communication and dedication to helping me find the right assignment. I would definitely recommend her to any travel nurse looking for a recruiter who truly wants the best for their nurses.
Cons
None
Recommends working with 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.
Kerrville, TX
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