Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lancaster, South Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg RN for a night shift travel assignment requiring prior travel experience and a SC or compact RN license.
Details
- Work in the Medical Surgical unit of a short term acute care hospital
- Patient ratios of 1:6 to 1:7
- Night shift, 4x12 hours from 6:45p-7:15a, with 3x12 schedules considered
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call requirements
- Floating required within scope to like units or sister facilities as needed
- Epic EMR used for charting
- Block scheduling may be requested but is not guaranteed
Requirements
- Active SC RN license or compact license in hand prior to start
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA certifications only)
- Minimum 3 years of Med/Surg RN experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers not accepted for this position
- Telemetry experience, interpretation of dysrhythmias, and management of dysrhythmias preferred
- Driver's license and SSN required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide care to Med/Surg patients including gastrointestinal, neurological, respiratory, and genitourinary/renal needs
- Perform colostomy/ileostomy care, feeding tube management, IV therapy/phlebotomy, oxygen administration, and pre/post hemodialysis management
- Monitor cardiac status and respond to emergencies, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- Follow isolation precautions and proper PPE protocols
- Royal blue scrubs required
- Attendance at staff meetings is required
- Must complete all assigned training modules prior to start date
- Candidates must reside within 60 miles of the facility, with non-local candidates prioritized; local candidates will be considered at a reduced rate
- Previous MUSC perm or PRN staff must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year before returning as a travamer
- Facility may cancel up to 1 shift per 2 weeks
- During hurricane season (June through November, peak August-September), all staff may be assigned to emergency response teams
American Traveler Job ID #P-737823. 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.
