Travel Med Surg Registered Nurse - $2,002 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: 17 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Length: 17 weeks
• Openings: 5

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Labor Pool (Float Pool) position in Albany, GA, requiring at least 2 years of experience and prior travel assignment history.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting with a 483-bed main campus and 124-bed north campus
• Labor Pool (Float Pool) position covering Med/Surg units including Ortho/Neuro, Oncology, Acute Care, and JFW
• Day shift, 12-hour shifts starting at 0645
• Every other weekend required
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6; CNAs available with a general ratio of 1:8–1:10
• On-call for low census situations
• Floating is required; must be flexible with changing unit assignments during the shift
• Telemetry monitoring available across different units
• Respiratory therapy, pharmacy, OB/Neonatologist, and PICC team available 24/7
• Ventilator equipment in use includes BIPAP, CPAP, Vapotherm, and Draeger (used at night only)
• EMR system: MEDITECH

Requirements

• Active GA or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Required certifications: BLS and NIHSS; ACLS also listed for float pool coverage
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• At least 1 prior travel assignment required — first-time travelers will not be considered
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing assignments across multiple units
• A valid Driver's License is required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Candidates who have been employed by this facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Holiday rotation shared with permanent staff
• Floor-specific orientation is provided (16 orientation hours)
• Scrub color required: Caribbean Blue
• RTO requests are honored only if submitted and confirmed at the start of the assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-702909. 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.