Travel Float RN - $2,303 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Float
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool position at an academic medical center in Albany, NY, requiring Epic proficiency and a valid NY RN license.

Details

• Day shift position, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Float Pool role within a large academic medical center (600+ beds)
• 13-week contract
• Every other weekend required
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• No blocked scheduling permitted

Requirements

• Active NY State RN license required at time of consideration
• AHA or RQI certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg experience required
• 1 year of experience at a 600+ bed academic hospital may be considered with a passing competency test score
• Epic EMR experience required — candidates without Epic experience will not be considered
• US Social Security Number required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Flu vaccine required; only medical exemptions signed by a licensed professional are accepted — personal or religious declinations will not be accepted

Additional Information

• Candidates residing in the following counties are ineligible: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Ulster, Warren, and Washington
• Candidates with less than 2 years of Med/Surg experience must pass a competency test (2 attempts allowed); those with 2+ years are exempt from testing
• Navy blue scrubs are required
• Any requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of application
• More than 3 call-outs in a 13-week period may result in contract termination; make-up shifts must be completed within 6 weeks of the last call-out
• Travel pairs are not permitted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-735549. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.