Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Albany, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
Travel Med / Surg Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – Albany, Georgia
Advance your nursing career with a high-paying travel Med / Surg Registered Nurse (RN) job in Albany, GA! Join a leading healthcare team at a multi-campus hospital, providing exceptional clinical support to a diverse patient population. This travel nursing opportunity offers excellent pay, career growth, and the chance to experience the vibrant culture and Southern hospitality of Albany, Georgia—conveniently located near Atlanta, Tallahassee, and the Gulf Coast.
Med / Surg RN Job Details – Albany, GA
Job Title : Travel Med / Surg Registered Nurse (RN)
Location : Albany, GA 31701 (Georgia nursing jobs)
Assignment Length : 17 weeks (Start : 11 / 3 / 2025 – End : 3 / 2 / 2026)
Shift : 12-hour days (Start time : 06 : 45)
Guaranteed Hours : 48 hours per week
Estimated Weekly Pay : $1680 - $1800
Employment Type : Travel Nursing (W2)
Openings : 3 Med / Surg RN positions
Scrub Color : Caribbean Blue
Weekend Requirement : Every other weekend
Call Requirement : On-call for low census
Floating : Required to Ortho / Neuro, Oncology, Acute Care, and JFW units
Charting System : Meditech 6.1
Med / Surg RN Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia or compact state (Georgia healthcare jobs)
Minimum 2 years of recent Med / Surg RN experience and 1 prior travel nursing assignment
OR 4 years of Med / Surg experience without travel
Current BLS certification (American Heart Association preferred)
ASLS or NIHSS certification (Med / Surg)
Ability to float to related clinical units as needed
Experience with Meditech EMR preferred
Strong communication, clinical, and teamwork skills
Flexibility with changing assignments during the shift
Strict 75-mile radius rule applies
Med / Surg RN Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to adult Med / Surg patients
Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions using Meditech EMR
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans
Administer medications, treatments, and nursing interventions as prescribed
Educate and support patients and families throughout the care process
Float to Ortho / Neuro, Oncology, Acute Care, and JFW units as required
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards
Participate in rotating holiday and weekend schedules
Experience the best of Albany, GA—a thriving city with 80,000 residents, affordable living, and abundant outdoor recreation. Enjoy easy access to Atlanta, Tallahassee, and Shell Point Beach while making a meaningful impact in patient care. Apply now to join our healthcare team and start your next travel nursing adventure in Georgia!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com
Equal Opportunity
We 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.
Planet Healthcare Job ID #416558. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Med / Surg
About Planet Healthcare
Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.
Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.
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