Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Albany, GA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,016/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Looking for Med/Surg RN travel jobs in Albany, GA? Join a fast-paced acute care team where you can make a meaningful impact supporting patients through recovery, treatment, and discharge planning. This travel nursing assignment is a great fit for a compassionate Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse who enjoys variety, teamwork, and a supportive hospital environment. Albany offers a welcoming Southwest Georgia community with a relaxed pace of life, local conveniences, and easy access to regional destinations.
Job Details
- Position: Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Albany, Georgia
- Type: Travel nursing assignment
- Duration: 17 weeks
- Start Date: September 14, 2026
- Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts
- Shift Schedule: Day shift, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,800 - $1,890
- Openings: 2
- Charting System: MEDITECH
- Care Setting: Acute care Med/Surg unit
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience required, including at least 1 travel assignment
- BLS certification through AHA required
- NIHSS certification through AHA required
- Experience with MEDITECH electronic health record preferred
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a team-based acute care environment
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality medical-surgical nursing care to patients in an acute care setting
- Assess patients, monitor changes in condition, and respond appropriately to clinical needs
- Administer medications and treatments according to the plan of care
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support patient recovery and discharge planning
- Document accurately and consistently in the electronic health record
- Maintain patient ratios of approximately 1:5, with potential for 1:6 based on unit needs
- Float as needed to support other acute care and cardio units for medical or patient-hold coverage
Why This Travel RN Opportunity?
- Opportunity to grow your acute care nursing experience in a supportive hospital setting
- Travel assignment in Southwest Georgia with competitive weekly pay
- Ideal for RNs seeking Med/Surg travel nurse jobs with strong team collaboration
Apply now to join this Med/Surg Registered Nurse travel job in Albany, Georgia and take the next step in your nursing career.
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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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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