Travel Acute Care Med/Surg RN - $2,038 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: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg (Acute Care) travel assignment in Albany, GA, requiring at least 1 year of RN experience including 1 prior travel assignment.

Details

• Acute Care Med/Surg unit in a hospital setting
• 44-bed unit with a staff of approximately 40
• Patient ratio of 1:5, with occasional 1:6
• CNA support available, generally at a 1:10 ratio
• Telemetry patients present, though monitoring is managed on a separate unit
• Day shift, 12-hour shifts (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM)
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• Floating required to all acute care units, cardiology (for medical patients), and the EC for acute care patient holds
• Charting in MEDITECH; experience preferred but not required
• 26-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license for Georgia (GA state or Compact) currently in hand
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications, both must be issued by AHA
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience, including at least 1 prior travel assignment
• 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
• Any requested time off must be submitted prior to the start of the assignment to be considered
• Candidates who have been employed by the facility within the last 12 months are not eligible for placement

American Traveler Job ID #P-730501. 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.