American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Amarillo, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position in Texas requiring a TX or compact license and EPIC charting experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 35-bed Medical Surgical unit in a hospital setting
- Care for a mixed Med/Surg and Orthopedic patient population
- Patient ratio is 1:6
- Day shift schedule with four 12-hour shifts (7:00 to 19:30)
- Floating required to units of equal or lower acuity
- Centralized telemetry monitoring
- EPIC EMR system used
- Block scheduling available on a case-by-case basis
- First-time travelers are accepted for this position
- No travel pairs or groups will be considered
- Team includes free floating charge nurse, Patient Care Technicians, and discharge support
- Patient transporters and a house discharge nurse are available as resources
- Free proximal covered parking is provided
- Discounted meals and local hotel accommodations are available
- Scrub color is open but must be free of logos
- No more than 3 days of requested time off will be automatically approved, and no time off is allowed during the first week of orientation
- No local candidates living within 50 miles will be accepted
Requirements
- Active TX or compact RN license required at the time of consideration
- Minimum of 1 year of recent Med/Surg experience required
- Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
- EPIC charting experience required within the last 6 months
- Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify as a traveler
- Former permanent staff must be separated for 1 year before returning as a traveler
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-652735. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.
