Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Homewood, AL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Med/Surg RN – 13-week travel nurse contract in Homewood, AL (Nights). Neuro/post-stroke experience, Cerner EMR, and BLS required. Join a top acute care team near Birmingham, Alabama.

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) on a travel contract in Homewood, Alabama, just minutes from downtown Birmingham. This travel nursing job is based at a respected acute care facility offering Med/Surg and Neuro/Stroke acute care. Enjoy city convenience and cultural amenities while delivering high-quality, patient-centered nursing care.

Job Details

• Position: Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse (Night Shift)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,750 – $1,840
• Location: Homewood, AL 35209 (near Vulcan Park, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Birmingham Zoo) — ideal for Birmingham nursing job seekers
• Setting: Acute Care – Med/Surg, Neuro Acute Care (stroke unit experience preferred)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (March 30, 2026 – June 29, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 – 07:15)
• Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed; up to 3 cancellations per contract)
• Weekend Rotation: Every 3rd weekend
• Float Requirements: May float to other acute care units or facilities within a 25-mile radius
• Unit Size: 24 beds
• Patient Ratio: 1:6
• EMR: Cerner (experience preferred)
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years recent Med/Surg RN experience (neuro/post-stroke acute care preferred)
• Active RN license (compact or state-specific as required)
• BLS certification (AHA)
• NIHSS certification (AHA) required
• Clinical proficiency in neuro/post-stroke care, dysphagia screenings, and stroke assessments
• Experience with BCMA and Cerner EMR documentation
• Strong time management, interdisciplinary communication, and patient-centered care skills
• Professional, adaptable, and hardworking nursing approach; compliant with TJC and CMS attire guidelines

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients on a 24-bed Med/Surg unit with a neuro acute care focus
• Perform dysphagia screenings and comprehensive stroke assessments per protocol
• Administer medications and document using BCMA and Cerner EMR for accurate medication safety
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient-centered care plans
• Float to other acute care units or nearby facilities as needed to meet patient care demands
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, TJC, and CMS regulatory standards
• Demonstrate effective time management and clear communication with patients and staff

This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for experienced Med/Surg RNs and travel nurses specializing in neuro/stroke care who are seeking Birmingham nursing jobs or Alabama travel nursing positions. Competitive weekly pay and a supportive acute care environment await.

Apply now to join our healthcare team today and take the next step in your travel nurse career in Homewood / Birmingham, AL!

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