Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Fargo, North Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/01/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, rotating
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med Surg Float Pool position requiring ND or compact RN licensure and recent large hospital med-surg experience.
Responsibilities
- Position is in the Med Surg Resource Team/Float Pool within an acute hospital setting
- Patient population includes a variety of med-surg specialties such as oncology, trauma, cardiac, neuro, observation, and medical behavioral patients
- Works across multiple hospital campuses and med-surg overflow spaces, including med-surg status patients in critical care units
- Typical unit sizes range from 24 to 47 beds with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 (7a-11p) and 1:5-6 (11p-7a)
- Uses equipment including Epic EMR, Accudose Rx, Alaris IV pumps, and Philips vitals machines
- 12-hour day/night rotating shifts with every other weekend and holiday required
- Float assignment requires daily calls to confirm the unit for the shift
- Orientation includes one shift each at two campuses, plus team expectations and campus tours during the first week
- Responsibilities include head-to-toe assessments, medication administration by multiple routes, formulating and documenting care plans, and wound/line/drain care
- Navy blue scrubs are required
- All clinicians must badge in and out at the facility
- First week orientation covers both primary campuses and departmental expectations
- Travelers cannot be considered if living within a 60-mile radius of the facility; those living 60 to 80 miles away may be subject to a lower rate
- Prior employees must have a minimum six-month gap from their last employment at Sanford Health to be considered
- Holiday coverage is mandatory as assigned
Requirements
- Active ND RN or Compact state license required
- Minimum 1 year recent med-surg experience in a hospital with at least 200 beds
- Prior float pool experience preferred
- Current BLS certification from American Heart Association required
- Experience with Epic EMR required
- Must have worked in a level 2 or higher trauma center
- Must be willing to float within the med-surg cluster and between campuses
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-630223. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Float Pool
About 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.
