Travel Med Surg RN - $1,638 per week (Hiring Immediately)

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Athens, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse Job in Athens, Texas Travel as a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse in Athens, TX and bring your acute care skills to a fast-paced Med/Surg nursing role caring for adult and geriatric patients. Athens, Texas (75751) offers a welcoming East Texas setting with a friendly small-town atmosphere. This 13-week travel nursing opportunity in East Texas offers strong teamwork, Epic charting, and a supportive clinical environment. Job Details Specialty: Medical-Surgical Nursing Job Title: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Employment Type: Travel Nurse Job Location: Athens, Texas (East Texas) Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week Shift: 12-hour nights Shift Pattern: 3x12 night shifts Contract Length: 13 weeks Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,460 - $1,540 Patient Ratio: 1:6 Charting System: Epic Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics Start Date: 09/21/2026 Registered Nurse Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse license in hand prior to submission Minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience preferred Travel nursing experience preferred Current ACLS and BLS certifications Experience with Epic electronic health record (EHR) charting required Strong skills in dysrhythmia interpretation and management Ability to work effectively in a 1:6 patient ratio acute care environment Med/Surg RN Responsibilities Deliver safe, high-quality care to adult and geriatric medical-surgical patients Monitor, assess, and respond to changes in patient condition throughout the shift Manage common Med/Surg diagnoses, including UTI, pneumonia, COPD/respiratory failure, sepsis, AKI, chest pain, cellulitis, and altered mental status Administer medications and coordinate care plans with the interdisciplinary healthcare team Support cardiac rhythm monitoring and implement appropriate nursing interventions as needed Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and communicate clearly with providers and colleagues Follow infection prevention protocols and isolation precautions to promote patient safety Provide compassionate bedside care in a dynamic acute care hospital setting Apply now for this Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse opportunity in Athens, Texas, and take the next step in your healthcare career. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 512647. 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: Med/Surg About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386