Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Amarillo, TX
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,638/weekOverview
- Start Date03/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Med/Surg RN opportunity in Amarillo, TX (79106) on a supportive Med/Surg unit with intermediate-care mix, steady adult/geriatric patient volume, and strong interdisciplinary resources. Enjoy living and working in Amarillo, TX (79106), a welcoming community in the Texas Panhandle.
Job Details (Travel Nursing Contract)
- Location: Amarillo, TX 79106 (Texas travel nursing job)
- Employment Type: Travel RN / Contract
- Unit: Med/Surg 6C (Medical-Surgical Nursing)
- Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics
- Start Date: 03/09/2026
- End Date: 06/08/2026
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Shift Duration: 12-hour days (07:00–19:30)
- Hours per Week: 36 (48-hour option may be available)
- Weekend Coverage: Required
- Average Daily Census: 12
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: Typically 1:4–1:6 (may be up to 1:6)
- Interdisciplinary Support: IV team, PT, respiratory, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation
- Pay Rate: $0/hr
Job Requirements (Registered Nurse / Med-Surg)
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg RN experience required
- License: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state/compact accepted per facility policy)
- Certifications: BLS (AHA) required; ACLS and NIHSS preferred/may be required based on unit needs
- EMR: Epic EMR experience required
- Travel Radius: Must live at least 50 miles from the assignment location (no local candidates)
- Scheduling: Ability to work weekends and follow unit scheduling practices
- Time Off: Up to 3 RTO days may be auto-approved; no RTO on holidays
Responsibilities (Medical-Surgical Nursing)
- Deliver safe, high-quality bedside nursing care for Med/Surg and intermediate-care patients (adult and geriatric)
- Complete comprehensive assessments, develop/update nursing care plans, and evaluate patient responses to treatment
- Perform core Med/Surg RN skills: IV starts/maintenance, PICC care, central line blood draws, blood product administration, heparin/insulin protocols, oxygen therapy, and isolation precautions/PPE
- Monitor for changes in condition and escalate appropriately, utilizing rapid response/code teams when indicated
- Care for post-op and medical patients with needs such as renal failure, CVA/stroke, wound care/wound vacs, chest tubes, BiPAP/CPAP, and telemetry/remote monitoring as assigned
- Document accurately and efficiently in Epic and communicate clearly with providers and the interdisciplinary care team
- Coordinate timely, patient-centered care and safe transitions/discharge planning with ancillary departments
Apply now to be considered for this Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) day-shift contract in Amarillo, TX (79106).
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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Pros
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About Amarillo, TX
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Amarillo, TX here's what you should know:- Amarillo'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.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to around 25°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Amarillo, with options available for furnished housing.
- Amarillo is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Amarillo has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dusty climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Amarillo.
- Amarillo offers a variety of activities, including art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants in the Route 66 District.
- Visitors can enjoy live performances at the Amarillo Little Theatre and explore museums such as the Amarillo Museum of Art and the Texas Air & Space Museum.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can visit the botanical gardens, local zoo, and Thompson Memorial Park for walking, biking, and other recreational activities.
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