Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse, Med Surg (Travel) – Atlanta, GA | Start: 09/08/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks | Weekly pay: $1,682–$1,765 per week | Guaranteed hours: 36 per week | Shift: 2x3 Nights | Setting: high-acuity Med Surg unit on a hospital-based travel assignment

This assignment places you on a high-acuity surgical/trauma Med Surg floor, caring for adult patients with diverse surgical and traumatic needs. You will participate in patient-centered care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and document in the EPIC electronic medical record. The unit operates with Nursing Support Techs, a night unit secretary, and available phlebotomy support, with a nurse handoff occurring between the ED and admitting units.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $1,682–$1,765 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 2x3 Nights
- Start date: 09/08/2026
- Setting: high-acuity surgical/trauma Med Surg unit

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care for adult surgical and trauma patients on a high-acuity Med Surg floor, including post-operative and injury-related care.
- Monitor patient status, perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications and IV therapies, manage wounds and pain, and respond to acute changes in condition.
- Document thoroughly in EPIC EMR, maintain accurate MARs, care plans, and charting to support safe transitions of care.
- Collaborate with ED and admitting units to ensure smooth nurse handoffs; work with Nursing Support Techs, the night unit secretary, and phlebotomists to coordinate care.
- Adhere to unit protocols, patient safety standards, and infection control practices; maintain patient ratios around 5:1 and escalate concerns as needed.
- Support a fast-paced, trauma-informed environment while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license (state of practice in Georgia) or eligibility for practice
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Med Surg, with a focus on surgical/trauma patients
- BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred
- EPIC EMR experience required
- Ability to work night shift on a high-acuity unit; no RTO (no time off requests during assignment)
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week on a 13-week assignment
- Competitive weekly pay within the stated range
- Travel assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- EPIC onboarding and ongoing EMR support
- Access to a dedicated travel staffing team for assignment logistics and questions

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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