Travel Contract

Medical Surgical RN
Brownwood, TX
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$1,940/week
Posted 4 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date10/05/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,940/week

Description

Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Travel Assignment in Brownwood, Texas

Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse opportunity in Brownwood, TX: 13-week assignment, day shifts, adult and geriatric patient care, and a supportive medical-surgical team in Central Texas.

Bring your Med/Surg nursing expertise to a 13-week travel nurse opportunity in Brownwood, Texas, where you’ll join a collaborative adult and geriatric care team in a supportive medical-surgical setting. This day-shift Registered Nurse role offers a steady schedule, meaningful patient interaction, and the chance to work in a welcoming Central Texas community known for its small-town charm, relaxed pace, and access to outdoor recreation.

Job Details

  • Position: Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg)
  • Employment Type: Travel Nursing Job
  • Location: Brownwood, Texas 76801
  • Start Date: 9/21/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,730 - $1,820
  • Patient Ratio: 5:1
  • Orientation: 40 hours
  • On-Call: One shift per 6-week schedule
  • Weekend Coverage: 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
  • Unit Focus: Medical-surgical care without telemetry monitoring or cardiovascular drips

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand at time of submittal
  • Minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience or related medical-surgical experience required
  • Previous travel nursing experience required
  • Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
  • Experience caring for adult and geriatric patient populations
  • Charting experience preferred; Allscripts or Altera experience is a plus
  • Ability to complete pre-start compliance requirements within required timelines

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct, compassionate nursing care to adult and geriatric Med/Surg patients
  • Care for patients with post-op, orthopedic, diabetes, pneumonia, wound care, CBI, and urology-related needs
  • Administer medications, perform assessments, and monitor patient condition throughout the shift
  • Manage common Med/Surg interventions, including IV therapy, ports, central lines, feeding tubes, oxygen support, wound care, and telemetry-adjacent nursing workflows as needed by the unit
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including respiratory therapy, physical therapy, radiology, pharmacy, social services, and rapid response support
  • Recognize changes in condition quickly and escalate concerns to ensure safe, high-quality patient care
  • Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to a positive, team-oriented patient experience

Apply now for this travel RN Med/Surg job in Brownwood, Texas, and join a healthcare team focused on quality patient care and strong clinical support.

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #513334. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Brownwood, TX

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Brownwood, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs in the 90s°F and winter lows in the 30s°F.
  • Summers can be hot, and winters are relatively mild with occasional cold snaps.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, with options for furnished apartments and houses.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, as Brownwood is a car-dependent city.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • The population is diverse, with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the climate.
  • There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Plenty of local restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, occasional art and music events, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing, and local sports events.
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