Job Title Travel RN – Medical / Surgical (Nights) Location Alexandria, LA | Acute Care Schedule / Job Type Contract | Full-Time | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Every other weekend required | No on-call requirement Key Responsibilities • Provide routine and complex nursing care on a basic Medical/Surgical unit, practicing independently in accordance with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice • Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and implement the nursing process, including diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients • Administer medications and treatments per appropriate protocol; monitor for side effects and effectiveness • Address psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with level of practice • Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided accurately and thoroughly • Assess patient and family learning needs; provide education and identify appropriate resources; make assignments and delegate to other care providers as appropriate — willingness to float is required Required Qualifications • Active RN license in the state of employment or a compact license • BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required • Willingness and ability to float as needed • Ability to manage a 5:1 or 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio • Proficiency or ability to work with Epic EMR Preferred Experience / Skills • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Medical/Surgical nursing specialty • Experience working in a similar acute care clinical setting with demonstrated ability to manage complex patient situations Why Join Us • Expected weekly hours of 36 or 48 hours per week, with overtime potentially available after 48 hours, offering scheduling flexibility for travel nurses • Immediate start available — step into a structured, supportive Med/Surg environment with no on-call obligations