Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,721 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• 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: Apr 20, 2026
• Length: 8 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a high-acuity Surgery Trauma unit at a Level 1 trauma center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Night shift, 12 hours per shift, 3 shifts per week
• Unit 6B - Surgery Trauma in a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center
• Patient population includes spinal, neuro, trauma, and surgical cases, including gunshot wounds, quadriplegic, and paraplegic patients
• Patient ratio is 5:1
• Unit support includes nursing techs, phlebotomists, and a unit secretary on nights
• ED nurse and admitting unit complete a nurse handoff on admission
• Block scheduling is not available — must be willing to work assigned shifts
• Travelers are expected to work 4 weekend shifts per month
• No on-call requirements
• Epic EMR required

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA state or Compact license required
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg or Surgery Trauma nursing experience required
• Experience in high-acuity, high-volume hospital environments required — candidates with experience limited to small or low-volume hospitals will not be considered
• Proven ability to manage critical, fast-paced trauma situations required
• Epic EMR proficiency required

Additional Information

• This facility is a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center handling complex and high-volume trauma cases
• No RTO (time off requests) will be approved during this assignment
• Local candidates are accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-690556. 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.

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