Travel Registered Nurse, Post-Surgical Unit

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Mar 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Post Surgical Unit position requiring acute care surgical floor experience and Stepdown/PCU experience, working nights in a hospital setting.

• Hospital-based Post Surgical Unit (Med/Surg setting)
• Patient population includes pre- and post-operative surgical patients, including those with new drains, wounds, trachs, ostomies, nasogastric tubes (NGTs), and dobhoff tubes (DHTs)
• ENT and/or Transplant patient experience preferred
• Patient ratios are 5:1 for surgical patients and 3:1 for step-down patients
• Step-down/PCU level care is provided within this unit
• Night shift schedule
• 36 hours per week, three 12-hour shifts per day
• 13-week contract

• Active RN license issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or a current multistate compact RN license (eNLC) required
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required — AHA-issued certifications only
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience required
• Acute care surgical floor experience required
• Stepdown/PCU experience required
• OR (operating room) candidates will not be considered
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program required; BSN preferred
• Full date of birth (DOB) and full SSN required for consideration
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

• Responsibilities include caring for assigned patients post-operatively, monitoring physiological data, administering medications, managing IV infusions and blood products, documenting patient responses to interventions, and delegating tasks to support staff
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility must have a 6-month separation period before being eligible to apply, as workers are only permitted one extension for a total of 26 weeks
• Compliance with onboarding requirements (drug screens, background checks, and medical requirements) is strictly enforced — non-compliance may result in cancellation
• BSN from a board-approved program is preferred

American Traveler Job  #P-680224. 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

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.