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: 11/30/2026 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 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift position at a Level II Trauma Center, requiring a TX or compact RN license and at least 1 year of experience. Details Medical Surgical unit within a short-term acute care, Level II Trauma Center hospital Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-07:00 Patient ratio of 1:5 Every other weekend required Floating between units required, with potential floating to sister facilities No on-call requirements Requirements Active TX or compact RN license required, must be in hand at time of submission BLS certification required Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience required Epic charting system experience required Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy care Experienced in IV therapy including blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and phlebotomy Skilled in gastrointestinal care including bowel obstruction management and colostomy/ileostomy care Experienced in genitourinary/renal care including continuous bladder irrigation and hemodialysis management Knowledgeable in medication administration including heparin, insulin, and PCA Experienced in isolation precautions/PPE and wound care/wound vac management Background in orthopedics, ortho trauma, neurological/psychiatric, substance withdrawal, and plastics patient populations Skilled in cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and use of rapid response/code teams 2 references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years, which may include Charge RNs/Leads Additional Information Provide direct patient care to a diverse Med/Surg population including orthopedic, neurological, and surgical patients Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day) Dress code requires solid navy blue colored uniforms or scrub attire for licensed nursing personnel Free parking available in designated employee/visitor surface lots Must reside within a 50-mile radius to be considered for the local candidate rate Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period, provided they are not within 50 miles of the facility First-time travelers are welcome to apply RTO requests must be submitted upfront during the application process, as post-offer time off requests may not be accommodated American Traveler Job ID P-782732. 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.