Travel Registered Nurse, Medical/Surgical - $1,774 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position on a Surgical ACE unit at a high-acuity Level 1 trauma center, requiring proven experience in high-volume, fast-paced trauma environments.

Details

• 32-bed Surgical ACE unit (5A) within a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center
• Adult and older adult patient population
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5
• Trauma patients managed alongside Heparin drips and other acute medications
• Specialty equipment includes gait belts, geriatric chairs, and PT equipment
• Epic EMR used
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 3 shifts per week
• Block scheduling is not approved on most units
• Travelers are expected to work 4 weekend shifts per month
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license — Georgia (GA) or Compact license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Documented Med/Surg Telemetry experience required
• Proven experience in high-pressure, high-volume trauma environments with complex and diverse cases
• Candidates with experience limited to small or low-volume hospitals will not be considered
• Epic EMR experience required

Additional Information

• No RTO (time off requests) will be approved for this assignment
• Experience with skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) training is a plus
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• A completed skills checklist matching the Med/Surg Telemetry specialty is required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-726337. 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 Tele

About American Traveler

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.