Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Dothan, AL
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

$1,714/week
Posted 5 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date03/30/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,714/week

Description

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift | Travel Contract | Dothan, AL (36301)

Med/Surg RN (Travel Contract) – Night Shift in Dothan, AL. Night travel nursing opportunity at a 400-bed, Level II trauma center. ACLS & BLS required. 13-week contract starting March 30, 2026.

Overview

Join our travel nursing team as a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med/Surg RN) on nights in Dothan, Alabama. This travel RN role places you in a large 400-bed, Level II trauma facility with a strong interdisciplinary support system. Dothan (zip 36301) is an affordable Southeast Alabama community close to parks and outdoor recreation — ideal for travel nursing assignments.

Job Details

  • Location: Dothan, Alabama (zip 36301) — Alabama travel nursing jobs / Dothan nursing jobs
  • Unit: 4 East | Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) Unit
  • Facility: 400-bed hospital, Level II trauma center
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: March 30, 2026
  • Shift: Nights, 4 x 12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:00) — Night Shift RN / Travel RN
  • Hours per Week: 36 or 48 (traveler preference)
  • Patient Ratio: 1:6 or 1:7
  • Unit Size: 42 beds
  • Patient Population: Adults, Geriatrics
  • Weekend Coverage: Required
  • Orientation: 16 hours

Compensation

  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $1570 - $1650 (based on experience and shift selection)

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Active Alabama RN license (in-hand at time of submission)
  • Minimum 1 year recent Med/Surg RN experience (experience in large facilities preferred)
  • Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
  • Experience with telemetry monitoring preferred
  • Chemotherapy administration and port management experience preferred
  • Must reside outside a 90-mile radius from Dothan, AL (travel RN requirement)
  • COVID-19 and flu vaccines required (medical/religious exemptions considered for COVID-19 only)
  • Travel nursing experience preferred; strong clinical Med/Surg candidates will be considered

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality medical-surgical nursing care to adult and geriatric patients on a busy Med/Surg unit
  • Monitor and assess patient conditions, administer medications, and perform treatments as ordered
  • Utilize telemetry for cardiac monitoring and respond to changes in patient status
  • Safely administer chemotherapy and manage ports when required by unit needs
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, and Case Management
  • Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record
  • Participate in self-scheduling, provide required weekend coverage, and support rapid response events
  • Maintain patient safety, infection control standards, and unit best practices at all times

Why join us: This travel RN position offers hands-on Med/Surg experience in a high-capacity, Level II trauma facility with strong team support — ideal for travel nurses and experienced Med/Surg RNs seeking short-term contracts in Alabama.

Apply now — Join our travel nursing team in Dothan, AL. Submit your resume and current Alabama RN license to be considered for this Med/Surg travel contract. Explore more Alabama nursing jobs and travel RN opportunities with us today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #465382. 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: Med/Surg

Employer

GHR Healthcare - PH Division

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About Dothan, AL

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Dothan, AL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Dothan's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 92°F, and average lows in winter are around 39°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Dothan.
Transportation
  • Dothan is car-friendly with minimal traffic congestion.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Dothan has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Dothan offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and barbecue.
  • It has a vibrant arts scene, with museums and galleries.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf and college football.
  • Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, and fishing.
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