Medical-Surgical Float Registered Nurse
Fayetteville, Georgia
Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Fayetteville, Georgia
Specialty: Registered Nurse (Med-Surg Unit)
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Unit Details

• All Med-Surg diagnoses including but not limited to: Pneumonia, Sepsis, Renal, Pancreatitis, General surgeries pre/post, Orthopedics, COPD, COVID-19, GI issues, and Sickle Cell Crisis
• Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
• Call: None
• Floating: Within facility and scope of practice
• Minimum Experience: 1 year (First-time travelers accepted)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty Years of Experience: Minimum 1 year in Med-Surg nursing
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (unit accepts first-time travelers)

Orientation & Compliance

• Orientation hours vary by contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Full compliance with all requirements is mandatory to start on time; delays in compliance may result in a 2-week start delay due to bi-weekly orientation scheduling
• Manager reviews candidate profile within 48 hours of confirmation to ensure fit

Holiday Work Expectations

• If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, traveler expected to work it
• If 2 major holidays fall during assignment, traveler expected to work both
• If 3 major holidays fall during assignment, traveler expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day

Required Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or ARC accepted
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for many specialties; check if required for Med-Surg
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required only if working in pediatric-related areas (not typically Med-Surg)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Check specialty requirements
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Required for RNs by Aya
• Color Blind Testing: Required for all candidates; alternative assessment available if needed
• Competency Exam: Required for Nursing by Aya
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required for Telemetry and critical care areas; may not apply to Med-Surg
• State License Verification: Must have valid Georgia RN license within 30 days prior to start
• NURSYS Verification: Annual verification required within 30 days prior to start

Background & Health Requirements

• Background check required within 30 days of start, including education verification
• Physical exam required within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (with specific protocols if positive history)
• TB Questionnaire required annually
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or proof of immunity for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series, titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; cannot start with results pending
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required

Additional Requirements

• Skills checklist updated within last 12 months
• Work history verification of most recent employer (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)
• Two clinical references required by Aya (not required by client)
• Review and sign facility-specific policies such as Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance

Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Floating assignments are within the facility and scope of practice
• No call responsibilities
• Orientation and compliance requirements are strict to ensure timely start

This position is suitable for Registered Nurses with at least 1 year of Med-Surg experience, including first-time travel nurses, who are prepared to comply with facility and Aya staffing requirements.