American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Chandler, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 01 / 12 / 2026
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg position requiring tele and strip-reading experience and an active AZ or compact RN license.
Responsibilities
Work on a 32-bed Med / Surg unit in an acute care hospitalPatient population includes 80% surgical and 20% oncology cases, with frequent ortho (JHACO-certified knee and hip program), urological, abdominal, Whipple, and women's surgical patientsPatient ratios are 1 : 4 on both day and night shiftsNight shift schedule, 12-hour shifts from 7-7Requires 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule and coverage for one major and one minor holidayFirst to float, with required floating to sister facility and to MedSurg Tele unitsUses Cerner EMR and GE monitors, with central monitoring station tech supportNo vent management required, but must titrate down Amio and Cardizem as needed for tele unit floatingCharge nurse and supervisor present on unit; day shifts have PCTs, night shifts have 1 PCT or Task RNNo in-house IV team; SWAT nurse available for difficult IV sticksNavy scrubs are requiredDysrhythmia exam and sterile technique simulation tests are pass / fail; failure on either results in a 6-month ineligibilityCentral monitoring station tech will assist with telemetryOn-call physician must be contacted as needed; 24 / 7 RT and pharmacy support availableUse of Spectralink phones attached to call light systemFirst-time travelers are acceptedReturning employees must not have worked at any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI or Dignity, within the past yearOrientation includes 2 floor-specific shifts and 12 total orientation hoursRequirements
Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not acceptedMinimum of 2 years recent Med / Surg experience within the past 6 monthsTele / strip-reading experience requiredCertifications required : BLS and ACLSMust be able to titrate down Amio and CardizemMust pass a dysrhythmia exam within 48 hours of offer, with a maximum of 2 attemptsMust pass a simulation lab on day one of orientationMust submit a current driver's licenseCandidates must live more than 50 miles from the facilityMust provide 2 professional references as specified : one supervisor from the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the past 3 yearsBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-643220. 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.