Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse - $1,738 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/13/2026 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: Apr 13, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Post-Surgical night shift position at a hospital in Hickory, NC, requiring at least 2 years of med/surg experience and Cerner proficiency. Details Night shift position, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM 13-week contract Post-Surgical North floor of a 355-bed acute care hospital Adult and geriatric medical/surgical patient population Common diagnoses include COPD exacerbation, GI bleed, diabetic complications, wound care, pancreatitis, sickle cell crisis, end-of-life/hospice care, falls, weakness, sepsis, and infection Patient ratio of 1:5–1:6 on an 18-bed unit Equipment includes Baxter IV pumps, SCD machines, Kangaroo feeding pumps, and PCA pumps EMR: Cerner (experience required) Every other weekend required Floating required as needed to surgical, neuro, and intermediate units (med/surg level patients) No on-call requirements Requirements Active NC or compact RN license required Current BLS certification required (RQI certifications are not accepted) Minimum 2 years of med/surg nursing experience required Cerner EMR experience required IV competency required Post-surgical patient experience required; orthopedic experience strongly preferred Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required Social Security number required for consideration Date of birth required for consideration Additional Information Candidate must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible Candidates may not be employed full-time elsewhere during the assignment Orientation is offered twice monthly Charge nurse experience is preferred Team players and strong patient advocates who can thrive in a fast-paced environment are encouraged to apply Any scrub color is acceptable The facility is home to specialty centers including a Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Orthopedics, General and Vascular Surgery, and a Level 3 NICU American Traveler Job ID P-682508. 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.