Travel Med Surg RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/17/2026
• Duration:
  12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical/Surgical position working night shifts with a diverse adult-to-geriatric patient population and a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio.

• Medical/Surgical unit in a hospital setting with 34 beds and an average daily census of 27
• Patient population includes adults to geriatrics with diagnoses such as appendicitis, cholecystitis, small bowel obstruction, pneumonia, COPD exacerbation, sepsis, HTN, hypo/hyperglycemia, prostatectomy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, ostomy creation/reversal, exploratory laparotomy, and bowel resections
• Equipment includes NGT, chest tubes, feeding tubes, and wound vacs
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6
• Charting via Epic (preferred);
  Pyxis and SBAR communication also used
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within the facility and scope of practice as needed
• No on-call requirements

• Active RN license — GA or Compact license required
• Current BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Proficiency in IV therapy, phlebotomy, peripheral line care/management, blood product administration, colostomy/ileostomy management, feeding tube care, wound care, and isolation precautions/PPE
• Ability to perform heparin and insulin administration
• Experience with high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
• Epic EMR experience preferred

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Travelers who have previously worked or been employed at any facility within this health system must have been away for a full year before being eligible to apply as a traveler
• RTO must be finalized prior to consideration; maximum of 7 days RTO per contract
• RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• RTO blackout dates apply for 5/25–5/27 — time off during this period cannot be accommodated
• Holiday coverage is required: if 1–2 major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work all of them; if 3 major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include:
  Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• No alternate shift or schedule requests are permitted — the posted shift is firm
• Travel nurse pairs may not be assigned to the same shift on the same unit

American Traveler Job  #P-736338. 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:
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.