Med Surg RN
Augusta, GA
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Nights
Relocation Bonus
$1,714/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Relocation bonus
- Retention bonus
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Holiday Pay
- Discount program
Description
There are a lot of travel nursing agencies.
Most of them can submit you to a job.
The difference is what happens after you click apply.
At Wayward Medical Staffing, you get one point of contact, straight answers, permission before submission, and real check ins that are not just disguised extension calls.
We do the boring stuff well.
We answer fast.
We tell the truth.
We get your permission before putting your name in front of a facility.
And when something gets weird on assignment, we pick up the phone.
We’re not a billion-dollar staffing machine with five departments and four handoffs before someone learns your name.
We’re a Mom and Pop shop who puts relationships first. We’re built for travelers who want to be treated like humans, not chart numbers.
That means we stay with you through the full assignment, help you navigate the messy parts, and start thinking about your next contract before this one ends.
Our rule is simple:
No one gets burned.
If you want an agency that communicates clearly, follows through, and actually sticks around after you start, apply with Wayward.
We’ll walk you through the details and help you decide if this assignment is the right fit.
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical
Location: Augusta, Georgia Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 12 weeks Shift: Night (3x12 hours), 19:00 to 07:00 Hours: 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week Local Candidates: Accepted
Unit and Patient Population
- Patients: Adults to geriatrics
- Unit: 42-bed unit with mostly post-surgical patients, including Ortho, Spine, Urology, Colorectal, Bariatrics, Neurology, and General Surgery
- Ratio/Census: 1:6; 42 rooms
- Unit Systems: Pyxis and SBAR
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Georgia
- Med Surg experience of at least 2 years
- Med Surg experience within the last year
- One completed travel assignment
- BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or RQI
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Experience with Epic
Schedule and Work Expectations
- Vital Signs and Glucose Checks: RNs are expected to perform their own vital sign and blood glucose checks for the present time.
- Time Off Requests: Maximum of 7 days
- Weekends: Every other weekend, unless specified otherwise
- Floating: Yes, within the facility and scope of practice as needed
- Call Requirements: Not specified
- Holidays: If one major holiday falls within the assignment, the traveler must work it. If two fall within the assignment, the traveler must work both. If three fall within the assignment, the traveler must work two.
- Major holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
- Non-Billable Orientation (NBO) Hours: Depend on contract length (for example, 8 hours for an 8-week assignment, 19 hours for a 19-week assignment)
- Scrub Color: Navy blue
Compliance and Offer Process
- Compliance Deadline: Full compliance is required to start on time. If not compliant in time, the start is pushed back 2 weeks due to the bi-weekly orientation schedule.
- Staffing Agency Offer: Available only if the candidate passes the clinical review within the time off guidelines and meets specific facility requirements. After the candidate signs and confirmation is sent, the manager has 48 hours to review the profile and confirm unit, schedule, and expertise fit.
Employer
Wayward Medical
Wayward Sounds...
Like a Travel Nursing Agency that zigged while everyone else zagged.
Most agencies fight over the same giant hospitals.
We chose the places where travelers are remembered, not rotated through.
Critical Access Hospitals are where nurses get autonomy, community, and stories worth telling.
Less factory-line healthcare. More human healthcare. That’s the road we chose.
Built for travelers who want:
- Rural adventure
- A Recruiter who actually picks up the phone
- A career that feels meaningful
About Augusta, GA
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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