Travel Medical Surgical RN - $1,835 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg position at a Level II Trauma Center, requiring at least 1 year of experience and active Epic proficiency.

Details

• Short-term acute care hospital with 379 staffed beds, designated as a Level II Trauma Center
• Med/Surg unit with a patient ratio of 1:5–6
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:00)
• Approximately 5–6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule are required
• Floating between units and sister facilities within the state is expected
• No on-call required
• EMR: Epic (required)
• Patient population includes a broad range of Med/Surg cases including gastrointestinal, respiratory, genitourinary/renal, neurological, orthopedic, bariatric, and endocrine/metabolic conditions

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg RN experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with IV therapy, phlebotomy, peripheral line care, central line blood draws, PICC line management, port access/management, and blood product administration
• Proficiency with respiratory management including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, HFNC, tracheostomy care, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• 2 supervisory references covering at least 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Additional Information

• Solid navy blue scrubs are required for licensed nursing personnel; print tops are not acceptable
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 designated holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront; post-offer RTO requests may not be approved
• Candidates who previously worked at a Providence facility as a permanent employee, traveler, or per diem/registry must disclose location and dates of employment
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are accepted; local candidates are considered at a different bill rate
• Refusal to float between units or sister facilities within the state may result in termination of assignment
• Facility does not accept candidates with Nursys or background check hits

American Traveler Job ID #P-732850. 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.