Travel Acute Care MedSurg 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, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 17 weeks
• Openings: 5

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position at an acute care hospital in Albany, GA, requiring a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience and at least 1 prior travel assignment.

Details

• 44-bed Medical Surgical unit in an acute care hospital setting
• Night shift schedule, 7p–7a, 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend required
• Patient ratio of 1:5, with potential for 1:6
• CNA support available, typically at a 1:8–1:10 ratio
• Telemetry monitoring available, though monitored by a separate unit
• Floating required to other acute care units, cardiology (for medical patients), and the EC for acute care patient holds
• EMR: MEDITECH (experience preferred but not required)
• Holiday coverage required on an as-needed basis

Requirements

• Active GA or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required (both must be AHA-issued)
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg or acute care nursing experience required
• At least 1 prior travel assignment required
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility (based on address on driver's license) to be eligible for placement

Additional Information

• Orientation consists of approximately 1 week of general orientation (including EMR training) followed by 2 days of floor-specific orientation
• Caribbean blue scrubs required
• Candidates who have been employed by this facility within the last 12 months are not eligible for placement
• Any time off or scheduling requests must be disclosed and confirmed at the start of the assignment
• First-time travelers are not eligible — at least one prior travel assignment is required

American Traveler Job ID #P-716044. 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.