Med Surg RN
Burlingame, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg RN for a day shift position requiring CA RN licensure, NIHSS certification, and a minimum of 2 years of recent experience.

Details

• Medical Surgical unit within a hospital setting
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Every other weekend (EOW) required
• No on-call requirements
• May float to other units within scope of practice, including Summit or Herrick Campus locations depending on census
• Floating notice typically provided 1.5 hours prior to shift start, with shuttle service available
• Epic EMR experience required
• Patient ratio of 1:5

Requirements

• Active CA RN license
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg experience required, 5 years preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with cardiac telemetry, renal, neurological, and gastrointestinal patient populations preferred
• Experience with wound care, isolation precautions, IV insulin protocols, and respiratory therapies preferred

Additional Information

• Serve as the patient's primary nurse, responsible for overall nursing care management from admission to discharge
• Conduct patient assessments, develop and modify individualized care plans, and coordinate with physicians and other disciplines
• Respond to medical and environmental emergencies and utilize rapid response/code teams as needed
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes
• Document and communicate patient status, care plans, and outcomes in accordance with hospital policy
• Holiday coverage required for one of the following: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, or Christmas Day
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at the local rate
• Returning travelers must have a minimum 1-year separation before reapplying
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only one holiday request approved per contract