American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Float Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/09/2026 Duration: 8 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 9, 2026 Length: 8 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Float RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of experience and prior travel assignment experience. Details Float position covering Med/Surg and Med/Surg Tele units Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30 Staffing ratio of 1:6, with experience in 1:5-6 ratios preferred Epic charting system required Requirements Active LA RN license or Compact license required at time of consideration Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Minimum 1 year of Epic charting experience required Prior travel nursing experience of 2 years required BLS certification required ACLS and CPI certifications preferred Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line and PICC line management, and blood product administration Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, HFNC, and ABG interpretation preferred Experience with cardiac monitoring, telemetry, and rapid response/code team participation preferred Experience with neurological and post-surgical patient care (CVA, TBI, spinal cord injury) preferred Experience with oncology, cardiovascular, and plastics patient populations preferred Two recent supervisor references required for consideration Additional Information Provide direct patient care across multiple Med/Surg and telemetry units as part of a float pool team Strict maximum RTO of 5 days during the assignment Local candidates within 75 miles accepted at local rate Candidates must reside within 75 miles to qualify for local consideration Former permanent employees of the health system must wait at least 1 year before being eligible for travel assignments First-time travelers are not eligible for this position American Traveler Job ID P-774428. 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 Float Pool 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.