Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Travel/Contract Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for a General Medical-Surgical unit caring for adult to geriatric patients. The nurse will work with a patient ratio of approximately 1:6 and utilize systems such as Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR. Floating within the facility as needed is required.

Required Experience

• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in the specialty.
• 1st time travelers are accepted.
• Prior travel experience is not required.

Work Schedule & Requirements

• Weekends: Every other weekend.
• Floating: Yes, within facility and scope of practice.
• Holidays: If one major holiday falls during the assignment, the nurse is expected to work it; if two, both; if three, two of the holidays.
• Return to Orientation (RTO): Maximum 7 days.
• Compliance with all onboarding and credentialing requirements is mandatory to start on time.

Patient Population

• Adults to Geriatrics

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC accepted.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – Required for certain specialties; verify if applicable.
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, EFM) may be required depending on unit; confirm based on specialty/unit.

Licensure

• Valid Registered Nurse license for the state of Georgia is required.

Orientation & Competency Requirements

• Non-billable orientation hours are proportional to contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8 weeks).
• Competency exams may be required, including medication/pharmacology, dysrhythmia/EKG, and color blindness testing.
• Skills checklist within 12 months and work history verification required.

Health & Background Requirements

• Background check required within 30 days of start; must be complete prior to start.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months; TB questionnaire required annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or proof of immunity: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap (highly recommended), Flu vaccine or declination.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start.

Additional Notes

• Floating within the facility as needed.
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs.
• Candidate must review and sign code of conduct and professional appearance policies prior to start.
• References: Two clinical references required.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia
• Minimum 1 year of Medical-Surgical nursing experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive medical-surgical environment with a manageable patient ratio and a structured orientation process.