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Travel Med Surg RN - $2,232 per week

American Traveler

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • $2,232 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler is hiring a night shift RN for a 55-bed Med/Surg unit, requiring 2+ years of Med/Surg experience and Cerner proficiency. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSanta Cruz, CA

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Santa Cruz, California.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/09/2026
  • 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: Nov 9, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a night shift RN for a 55-bed Med/Surg unit, requiring 2+ years of Med/Surg experience and Cerner proficiency.

Details

  • Acute care Med/Surg unit with 55 beds
  • Patient ratio of 5 to 1
  • Night shift schedule, 7p-7a on 12-hour shifts
  • Every other weekend required
  • Floating required between both Med/Surg units with a designated home base unit
  • Charge Nurse does not take patients
  • Support staff includes 1-3 PCTs depending on census
  • IV and PICC team available during day shifts
  • Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy available 24/7
  • Hospitalist or Intensivist in house
  • Uses Cerner EMR
  • No ventilator management required

Requirements

  • Active CA RN license (Standard or Compact) currently in hand, no pending licenses accepted
  • BLS certification required
  • Minimum 2 years of solid Med/Surg experience required for night shift
  • Cerner EMR experience required
  • Must be comfortable reading EKG strips and working with telemetry patients
  • Copy of driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

  • Provide direct patient care on a fast-paced Med/Surg unit
  • 1 shift of orientation on each unit for a total of 2 orientation shifts
  • Work into the permanent staff holiday rotation
  • Navy scrub color required
  • Candidates with a strong, humble, and positive attitude preferred
  • Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

American Traveler Job ID #P-780150. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.

 

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