Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Lubbock, TX
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical – Lubbock, TX 79410

Start Date: August 2, 2026

Location: Lubbock, Texas

Schedule: Day shift, 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:00), 91-day assignment. Weekend coverage includes 5-6 shifts per 6-week schedule. Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day).

Highlights:

• Medical Surgical unit caring for adults and geriatric patients with a 30-bed capacity and daily census of 30
• Patient ratio of 6:1 across all shifts with 40 hours of paid orientation
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
• Acute care focus on bariatric surgery, post-operative colorectal cases, Whipple procedures, and trauma patients
• Float opportunities within scope to MS/Tele, MS Oncology, Palliative Medicine, and Orthopedics
• One pre-approved time off period available; all scheduling requests must be submitted upfront during application

Requirements:

• Active Compact RN license (must be in hand at time of submission)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Medical Surgical nursing experience
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Proficiency in core Med/Surg skills including IV management, blood product administration, wound care, central line management, chest tubes, tracheostomy care, and PCA pumps
• Experience with BiPAP/CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, insulin administration, and isolation precautions
• Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
• Clean background check required; no exceptions for background findings
• Candidates located within 50 miles of the facility may be considered at adjusted compensation

Why Join Us?

This travel nursing opportunity offers a supportive environment with comprehensive interdisciplinary resources and modern equipment including lift/transfer devices and specialized patient care technology. You'll gain valuable experience in a fast-paced acute care setting while working alongside dedicated healthcare professionals. Flexibility to float within your scope provides diverse clinical exposure, and competitive compensation reflects your expertise and commitment to quality patient care.