Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Albany, GA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,016/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel RN opportunity in Albany, Georgia: join a fast-paced Med/Surg Observation Unit in an acute care hospital and make an immediate impact with your telemetry and patient care skills.
Step into a dynamic Med/Surg Observation Unit in Albany, Georgia, where your clinical skills and adaptability will make an immediate impact. This travel RN job is a great fit for an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys variety, teamwork, and the energy of a high-turnover acute care setting. Albany offers a welcoming Southwest Georgia community with a relaxed pace, convenient access to local amenities, and the charm of a city known for its Southern hospitality.
Job Details
- Specialty: Med/Surg Observation Unit
- Job Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
- Setting: Acute care hospital
- Location: Albany, GA 31701
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Hours per Week: 36
- Duration: 24 weeks
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800 - $1,890
- Charting System: MEDITECH
- Orientation: 3 shifts
- Floating: May float to Med/Surg
Job Requirements
- Active RN license required
- At least 1 year of nursing experience required, including at least 1 travel nursing assignment
- Current BLS certification required
- NIHSS certification required
- ACLS preferred
- Comfort working in a heavy telemetry environment
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced Med/Surg or observation unit with frequent admissions and discharges
- Experience with lab draws and EKGs preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care for observation and Med/Surg patients
- Monitor telemetry and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
- Perform admissions, discharges, and patient flow support in a high-turnover acute care unit
- Administer medications and manage heparin drips as ordered
- Complete EKGs and draw labs as needed
- Collaborate with the charge nurse, house supervisor, and interdisciplinary care team
- Deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered care in a dynamic hospital environment
Apply now for this Travel RN job in Albany, Georgia, and join a healthcare team where your Med/Surg and telemetry experience can shine.
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.
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GHR Healthcare
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About Albany, GA
As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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