Travel Contract

Med Surg Telemetry RN
Tuscaloosa, AL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,066/week

Overview

  • Start Date10/26/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Float

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,066/week

Description

Med/Surg Registered Nurse – Travel Nurse Contract in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Take your next step as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse on a travel nursing assignment in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This 13-week acute care opportunity offers strong patient ratios, a collaborative clinical team, and the chance to grow your experience in Med/Surg Telemetry. Enjoy working in a vibrant Alabama city known for its welcoming community, local dining, and outdoor recreation. Apply now to join this rewarding healthcare team.

Job Details

  • Specialty: Med/Surg Telemetry
  • Employment Type: Travel RN / Travel Nurse
  • Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,840 - $1,940
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
  • Schedule: Every other weekend and holidays as required
  • Setting: Acute care Med/Surg Telemetry unit
  • Float Requirement: Must be willing to float to other units and hospitals as needed
  • EMR: Meditech
  • Dress Code: Solid navy scrubs

Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alabama or a compact state license; no temporary licenses accepted
  • NURSYS verification required
  • Associate degree in Nursing required
  • Current AHA BLS or Red Cross certification required
  • ACLS preferred
  • At least 1 year of recent experience in the specialty is required; 2 years of overall specialty experience preferred
  • Must be comfortable working in a patient-facing clinical environment
  • Ability to adapt to floating assignments and a changing acute care setting

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality nursing care to Med/Surg Telemetry patients in an acute care environment
  • Monitor patient conditions, assess changes, and respond promptly to clinical needs
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support safe, effective patient care
  • Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and follow unit protocols and standards
  • Support patient flow and unit operations while maintaining a professional, compassionate bedside approach
  • Float to other units or hospitals when needed based on staffing and patient care demands
  • Work scheduled weekends and holidays as required by the unit

Ready to advance your nursing career? Apply today for this Tuscaloosa, Alabama travel RN opportunity and bring your clinical expertise to a supportive acute care team.

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 #518709. 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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About Tuscaloosa, AL

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Tuscaloosa, AL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Tuscaloosa'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.
Weather
  • Summer average high: 91°F, average low: 70°F.
  • Winter average high: 56°F, average low: 34°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Tuscaloosa.
Transportation
  • Tuscaloosa is car-friendly, with public transportation options also available.
Demographics
  • Tuscaloosa has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Tuscaloosa offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities near the Black Warrior River.
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