
Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse - $1,840 per week in Bogart, GA
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Athens, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 02/02/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Med/Surg position, working with orthopedic and trauma patients and requiring a GA or compact RN license. Responsibilities Hospital-based Med/Surg overflow unit with adolescent to geriatric patient population Care for patients undergoing total hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty, as well as trauma cases 27-bed unit with an average daily census of 24 and a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6 Night shifts, three 12-hour shifts per week from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM Required to work every other weekend Floating may be required within the facility No on-call responsibilities Uses Epic for charting, Pyxis for medication dispensing, and SBAR for communication Care for a broad patient population including adolescents through geriatrics with a focus on orthopedic and trauma cases First-time travelers are welcome to apply Navy blue scrubs required Maximum of 7 days of requested time off, none allowed during first assignment week If one major holiday falls during the assignment, traveler must work it; two holidays, traveler must work both; three holidays, traveler must work two Must be away from all Piedmont facilities for one full year to return as a traveler Travel pairs are not permitted to work the same shift in the same unit No blocked scheduling allowed Full compliance required to start on time due to bi-weekly orientation schedule Local candidates are accepted at the same rate Requirements Active GA or compact RN license Minimum one year of recent Med/Surg RN experience Current BLS certification Ability to care for post-arthroplasty, trauma, and medical-surgical patients Familiarity with Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR preferred Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-661582. 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.
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Medical SurgicalOrthopedicsTrauma Medicine
Employment Type
Travel nursing
Required License
Travel Nurse
Work Setting
Hospital
About American Traveler
American Traveler is a healthcare staffing organization that connects healthcare professionals with top-ranked hospitals nationwide. They offer travel nursing assignments, corporate job opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries, health insurance, and educational assistance, to their dedicated team of professionals.