Travel Acute Care RN - $2,038 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Albany, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 24 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Aug 31, 2026 Length: 24 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg (Acute Care) night shift position requiring at least 2 years of specialty experience and GA or compact RN licensure. Details Acute Care Med/Surg unit within a large 483-bed acute care hospital 14-bed unit caring for patients with diabetes, CHF, COPD, GI bleed, renal failure, dialysis needs, post-surgical overflow, amputations, debridements, wound care, DVTs, ETOH, and psych Patient ratios of 1:6 for both day and night shifts CNAs typically staffed at 1:12, with occasional pulls for 1:1 and sitter duties Utilizes MEDITECH EMR Administers medications including Lasix, Bumex, and Heparin Uses CPAP and nighttime BiPAP equipment Cardiac telemetry monitoring performed on a different unit; nurses not required to interpret strips Charge nurse role available on a rotating basis without a patient assignment unless needed Night shift schedule, 7p-7a with 6:45-7:15 report overlap, all 12-hour shifts Works every other weekend, rotating with permanent staff Floating required to all Acute Care and Cardio units, or to the Emergency Center for acute care patient holds Utilizes Primary Care Nursing model LPNs and LPN-Cs also work on the floor Requirements Active RN license (GA or compact) required BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required ACLS certification preferred Minimum 1 year of RN experience required, including at least 1 travel assignment 2 years of specialty experience required Experience at a large, high-acuity, high-turnover, fast-paced hospital required; Critical Access Hospital (CAH) experience not accepted Strong focus on patient satisfaction, quality of care, and patient safety required Additional Information Provide direct patient care using a Primary Care Nursing approach for a diverse med/surg patient population Scrub requirements: Caribbean Blue top and bottom, or White top with Caribbean Blue bottom, or all white top/bottom Nails may only be polished; no artificial or shellac nails permitted due to increased CLABSI risk No bags allowed at the nurses' station; lockers with personal locks provided Strict attendance policy enforced Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for placement Not eligible for placement if previously employed by the facility within the last 12 months First-time travelers considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P-745287. 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 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.