Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Med Surg
Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

01/26/2026
Duration:

13 weeks
36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, nights

Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position in an acute care setting with a PA or compact RN license required.

Responsibilities
Position is in a 28-bed private room Med/Surg unit within an acute care hospital
Common patient populations include post-surgical, ortho, pneumonia, dialysis, palliative care, hospice, end of life, and low-volume inpatient chemo cases
Care of both clean and dirty (COVID) patients may be required simultaneously
Nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1:6-7
12-hour night shifts with every other weekend and scheduled Friday shifts required
Self-scheduling and blocked schedules are available, provided unit needs are met
Floating limited to other Med/Surg units only
Uses Cerner EMR; prior experience preferred but not required
No CNA support on night shifts
Tele patients are monitored remotely; no bedside monitors on unit
Vents used include Bipap, Cpap, and high flow managed by RT
One shift floor-specific orientation with preceptor
Holiday shifts worked as part of perm staff rotation
Must wear navy blue scrubs with matching jackets if worn
No administering of cardiac drips; only heparin and MSO4 for comfort measures
Night shift RN will work with a resource nurse who also has a patient assignment
No prior perm or traveler employment at a WVU Medicine facility within the past two years allowed
Travelers may not work within WVU for longer than one year without a two-year break
First-time travelers are accepted for this position

Requirements
Active PA or compact RN license
At least 2 years of recent Med/Surg experience required
Current BLS certification required
Ability to provide care for both post-surgical and medically complex patients
Must meet 50-mile radius rule from facility for eligibility
Must be comfortable caring for both COVID-positive and non-COVID patients concurrently
A copy of an unexpired driver’s license is required for consideration
Disclose any professional license disciplinary actions during consideration

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  #P- . 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
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.