Travel Surgery/Trauma Registered Nurse - $1,689 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Trauma Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Trauma
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
• Length: 8 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Surgery Trauma unit at a Level 1 trauma center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience and a background in high-volume trauma environments.

Details

• Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 3 shifts per week
• Unit 6B - Surgery/Trauma floor within a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center
• Patient population includes spinal, neuro, trauma, and surgical cases, including gunshot wounds, quadriplegics, and paraplegics
• Patient ratio of 5:1
• Unit support includes nursing techs, phlebotomists, and a unit secretary on nights
• ED nurses complete a formal nurse handoff when admitting patients to the unit
• Epic EMR required
• Block scheduling is not available — must be flexible with assigned shifts
• Travelers are expected to work 4 weekend shifts per month
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA license or Compact RN license (currently in hand) required
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg or Surgery/Trauma specialty experience required
• Experience in high-acuity, high-volume hospitals with complex and severe cases required
• Proven ability to manage critical, fast-paced trauma situations
• Epic EMR experience required

Additional Information

• This facility is a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center — candidates with experience limited to small or low-volume hospitals are not a strong fit for this role
• No RTO (time off requests) will be approved for this assignment
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• Certifications must be current and on file for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-706459. 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

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.