Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Albany, GA
Prime Time Healthcare Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

We are seeking experienced Med Surg RNs for a high-acuity travel contract on a 14-bed unit within a 483-bed main campus acute care facility. This fast-paced, larger hospital environment requires strong skills in managing a diverse patient population including diabetic complications, CHF, COPD exacerbations, GI bleeds, renal failure/dialysis (supported by dialysis nurse), post-surgical overflow, amputations, wound care/debridements, DVTs, ETOH withdrawal, and psych/behavioral needs (potential future hospice). Emphasis on primary nursing, patient satisfaction, quality care, and strict patient safety protocols (e.g., no artificial/shellac nails due to CLABSI risk, no bags at nurses station, strict attendance). Unit uses Meditech EMR; monitored patients are on a separate unit (nurses not required to read strips). Strict 75-mile radius rule applies—traveler's driver's license address must be 75+ miles from facility and noted on submission (no locals).

Responsibilities

• Provide primary nursing care for high-acuity Med Surg patients with 1:6 ratios on both days and nights; manage complex conditions like CHF, COPD, diabetes, renal failure, GI bleeds, wounds, amputations, and DVTs.
• Administer and monitor Lasix, Bumex, and Heparin drips; support CPAP (nights) and BiPAP as needed.
• Perform thorough assessments, wound care/debridements, and patient education while prioritizing safety, quality, and satisfaction in a high-turnover, fast-paced setting.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team including CNAs (1:12 typical, often pulled for 1:1s/sitters), LPNs/LPN-Cs, dialysis nurse, and charge nurse (does not take assignment unless needed).
• Float to other acute care units, cardio, or EC (ED) for holds as required.
• Document accurately in Meditech; adhere to strict policies on appearance, attendance, and safety.

Shift

• 12-hour shifts (36 hours/week guaranteed)
• 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM and 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Georgia RN license (or compact) to submit
• Minimum 2 years Med Surg experience in a larger, high-acuity acute care hospital (no critical access/small hospital experience; must handle high turnover/fast pace)
• BLS (AHA)
• NIHSS
• Experience with similar patient types (diabetic, CHF, COPD, renal, wound care, drips)
• Ability to manage 1:6 ratios comfortably
• Strict adherence to safety/attendance policies (note missed shifts from last contract)

Preferred:

• ACLS
• Experience in larger organizations with primary nursing model
• Wound care and drip management proficiency

Schedule

• 3x12-hour shifts (36 hours/week)
• Every other weekend required
• Holidays rotate with permanent staff
• 3-day unit orientation
• Scrub Color: Caribbean Blue top/bottom OR white top with Caribbean Blue bottom OR all white

Why Join Us?

• Partner with Prime Time Healthcare in Omaha, NE — a trusted, nurse-founded agency dedicated to your success on every assignment.
• Enjoy personalized support from a responsive recruiter, top-tier pay packages, and a seamless onboarding process backed by decades of travel nursing expertise.
• Work with a company that values transparency, reliability, and long-term traveler relationships — headquartered in Omaha and focused on getting you to the best contracts nationwide.