Travel Medical Surgical RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Cartersville, Georgia.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift hospital position requiring 2 years of experience and GA or compact RN licensure.

• Medical Surgical unit in a hospital setting
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• Works every other weekend
• Floating required within facility and scope of practice as needed
• No on-call requirements
• 1:5 patient ratio
• Epic charting system experience preferred

• Active GA or Compact RN license required at time of submission
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Experience with wound care/wound vac, telemetry, and MS/Tele settings preferred
• Skills in genitourinary/renal care, feeding tube management, IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, and respiratory care
• Experience with Rapid Response/Code teams
• Copies of required certifications needed for consideration
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above) highly preferred for consideration

• Provide direct patient care in a Med/Surg unit including wound care, IV therapy, and respiratory support
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply for this unit
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Maximum RTO of 7 days, finalized at time of submission, with no additional RTO requests after offer or during orientation week
• No RTO permitted during orientation week
• Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays falling within the assignment period (up to two holidays must be worked, with limited RTO consideration for three)
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, and New Year's Eve/Day
• Full compliance required prior to start, as orientation follows a bi-weekly schedule
• Former Piedmont perm/PRN/FCSS staff must wait one full year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers previously cancelled or released from a Piedmont facility must complete one assignment elsewhere before reapplying

American Traveler Job  #P-780663. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.