Travel Medical Surgical RN - $1,533 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Tyler, 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 seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical/Neuro Unit position in Tyler, TX, requiring a TX or compact RN license and a minimum of 2 years of experience.

Details

• Hospital-based Medical Surgical unit (3 South) with 19 private rooms
• Patient population ranges from young adults to geriatric patients, including medical/surgical and neurology/neurosurgical diagnoses
• Unit is equipped with telemetry and oximetry monitoring
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Day shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Epic EMR experience required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license currently in hand
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current certifications: BLS required; NIHSS preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• Travel nursing experience preferred
• Proficiency in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, central line care, PICC line management, and peripheral line care
• Experience with heparin protocols and PCA management
• Experience with respiratory support including high-flow nasal cannula, tracheostomy care, and non-invasive airway management
• Telemetry monitoring experience and ability to interpret dysrhythmias
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and wound care/wound vac
• Candidates must reside outside the following TX counties: Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, and Morris
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provides medical/surgical nursing care to a diverse patient population with neurological, neurosurgical, and general med/surg diagnoses
• Preferred skills include feeding tube care and management, telemetry remote monitoring, dysrhythmia management, tracheostomy care, pre/post hemodialysis management, and monitoring chemotherapy
• Former permanent staff must have been separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• All RTO requests must be submitted at the time of consideration
• Travel pairs or groups are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-735377. 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.