Medical-Surgical RN
Birmingham, AL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,791/weekOverview
- Start Date08/17/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical
Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
Job Type
- Travel assignment
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Position Details
- Specialty: Medical Surgical
- Number of Openings: 1
- Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 – 07:15)
- Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
- Weekend Hours: Every other weekend
- Call Requirements: None
- Float Requirements: May float depending on house staffing
Unit Information
- Unit Beds: 30
- Patient Ratio: 6:1
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System: Cerner
- Patient Population: Medical surgical and post-operative surgery patients
Required Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Alabama
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience
- Medical Surgical nursing experience within the last year
- Experience in orthopedics
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
Preferred Skills
- Time management
- Medical surgical nursing expertise
Personality Fit
- Friendly and compassionate
- Sense of urgency
- Ability to handle challenging situations
Dress Code
- Scrub Color: Navy
- Unacceptable Attire: Fake nails, gel nails, dip nails, long nails, ear pods
Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Birmingham, AL
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Birmingham, AL here's what you should know:- Cost of living well below the national average, housing costs nearly a quarter of the price compared to the average nationwide
- Average summer highs: 89°F, Average winter lows: 33°F
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find
- Car friendliness is high, public transportation options are available but not as extensive as in larger cities
- Diverse population, wide age range, potential common health issues include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity.
- Birmingham has a large population of travel nurses
- Numerous restaurants offering diverse culinary experiences, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor attractions such as Vulcan Park and Museum, and the Birmingham Zoo
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