Travel Registered Nurse Med/Surg - $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 26, 2026
• Length: 17 weeks
• Openings: 5

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool (Labor 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 unit floating to Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro, Oncology, Acute Care, and JFW units
• Med/Surg nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6; CNA support available at a general ratio of 1:8–1:10
• Charting is performed in MEDITECH
• 12-hour day shifts starting at 0645
• Every other weekend requirement
• On-call for low census
• Holiday rotation shared with permanent staff
• Floating required across multiple units with potential for changing assignments mid-shift
• Floor-specific orientation provided (16 orientation hours)
• Telemetry monitoring available across different units
• Respiratory therapy and pharmacy support available 24/7
• Equipment includes BIPAP, CPAP, Vapotherm, and Draeger vents (used at HS)
• PICC line support available; no dedicated IV team

Requirements

• Active Georgia RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• At least one prior travel assignment required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Required certifications: BLS and NIHSS (for Med/Surg assignments)
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing unit assignments during the shift
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible for placement

Additional Information

• Scrub color required: Caribbean Blue
• Candidates who have been employed by this facility within the last 12 months are not eligible for placement
• RTO and scheduling requests are honored only if submitted and confirmed at the start of the assignment
• Holidays are rotated with permanent staff
• Albany, GA is a city of approximately 80,000 residents, located 175 miles from Atlanta and approximately 88 miles from Tallahassee, FL

American Traveler Job ID #P-702910. 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.