Medical Surgical RN
Tyler, TX
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,630/weekOverview
- Start Date10/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical – Tyler, TX 75701
Start Date: October 20, 2026
Location: Tyler, Texas
Schedule: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:00). Patient ratio 1:6. Weekend coverage required for approximately half of the contract duration.
Highlights:
- 19-bed private room medical-surgical unit specializing in neurological and stroke-related conditions
- Patient population includes acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, TIA, seizure disorders, traumatic brain injury, and neurosurgical diagnoses
- Unit equipped with continuous telemetry and pulse oximetry monitoring for comprehensive patient care
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
- Evidence-based, patient-centered care focused on neurological assessment and stroke recovery
- Epic charting system with 16 hours of orientation provided
Requirements:
- Active RN license (state or compact license required at time of submission)
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience; travel experience preferred
- Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
- Epic charting system experience required
- Experience with 1:6 patient ratios
- Proficiency in medical-surgical and telemetry nursing, including blood product administration, IV management, telemetry monitoring, and neurological care
- Must not reside in the following Texas counties: Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, or Morris
Why Join Us?
This 13-week travel assignment offers the opportunity to work in a specialized neurological unit caring for adult and geriatric patients requiring critical medical-surgical interventions. You'll be part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team committed to optimizing functional outcomes for patients with complex neurological conditions. Competitive compensation and comprehensive support are provided throughout your assignment.
Employer
American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
About Tyler, TX
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
- Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
- Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.
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