Acute Care RN
Albany, GA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,987/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration17 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care483 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
- Length: 17 weeks
- Openings: 3
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg RN for a 12-hour day shift acute care position requiring 2 years of specialty experience and a GA or compact RN license.
Details
- Acute Care unit within a large acute care hospital setting
- 14-bed unit with 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratios for both day and night shifts
- Patient population includes diabetic, CHF, COPD, GI bleed, renal failure/dialysis, post-surgical overflow, amputations, debridements, wound care, DVT, ETOH, and psych cases
- Administers medications including Lasix, Bumex, and Heparin
- CPAP used on unit; BiPAP used only at night
- Patients are monitored remotely on a different unit, though nurses are not required to read telemetry strips
- CNA support provided at approximately 1:12 ratio, occasionally pulled for 1:1 sitter duties
- Uses MEDITECH EMR
- 12-hour day shifts from 7a-7p with every other weekend required
- Floating required to all acute care and cardiac units, as well as ED for acute care patient holds
- No guaranteed on-call requirement, charge role does not take a patient assignment unless needed
Requirements
- Active RN license (GA or Compact)
- BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferred
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience overall, with at least 1 prior travel assignment
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a Med/Surg specialty required
- Experience at a large, high-acuity, high-turnover, fast-paced hospital required
- No Critical Access Hospital (CAH) experience accepted
- MEDITECH experience helpful
Additional Information
- Provides primary care nursing with a strong focus on patient satisfaction, quality of care, and patient safety
- Rotates schedule with permanent staff
- Scrub color requirements: Caribbean Blue top and bottom, White top with Caribbean Blue bottom, or all white top/bottom
- Nails may only be polished; no artificial or shellac nails permitted due to CLABSI risk
- Strict attendance policy in place; no bags allowed at the nurses station, though a locker lock is permitted
- Works alongside LPNs and LPN-Cs on the floor
- Cancellation policy allows for 12 hours notice every 2 weeks
- Must reside outside a strict 75-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for placement
- Not eligible for placement if previously employed by the facility within the last 12 months
Facility
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
6 nurses recommend working with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Pros
Some overtime was available.
Cons
Rough hospital and their equipment is mostly broken.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 483 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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About Albany, GA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Albany, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Albany, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Albany experiences hot and humid summers with average highs of around 92°F and mild winters with average lows of about 40°F.
- It is important to be prepared for the heat and humidity in the summer and occasional cold snaps in the winter.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Albany, GA.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.
- Albany is more car-friendly, and having a vehicle is often necessary for getting around.
- Public transportation options are limited, so it's important to have access to a car for daily activities.
- Albany, GA has a diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues in the area include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Albany offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, along with opportunities to explore art and music in the local community.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing in the area's natural surroundings.
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