Med Surg RN
Dothan, AL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,814/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a dedicated medical-surgical nursing team in Dothan, Alabama, as a Travel Registered Nurse providing safe, compassionate care to adult patients in a fast-paced hospital setting. This on-site Alabama travel nursing opportunity is ideal for a skilled Med/Surg RN seeking a rewarding 13-week contract in the welcoming Wiregrass region, known for its friendly community and convenient amenities.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,620–$1,700
- Location: Dothan, Alabama
- Start Date: October 26, 2026
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Position Type: Travel nursing contract
- Openings: 1
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Alabama
- At least 1 year of recent medical-surgical nursing experience
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification before the start date
- Current National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient-care skills
- Cerner electronic medical record experience preferred
Med/Surg RN Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult medical-surgical patients throughout the 12-hour day shift
- Assess patient conditions, monitor for changes, and promptly communicate clinical concerns
- Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to support positive patient outcomes
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
- Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record
- Maintain compliance with infection prevention, safety, and hospital policies
Apply now for this Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse travel contract in Dothan, Alabama, and join a compassionate healthcare team in the Wiregrass region.
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 Dothan, AL
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Dothan, AL here's what you should know:- Dothan'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.
- In summer, average highs are around 92°F, and average lows in winter are around 39°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Dothan.
- Dothan is car-friendly with minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Dothan has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Dothan offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and barbecue.
- It has a vibrant arts scene, with museums and galleries.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf and college football.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, and fishing.
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