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Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Nursing Contract in Dothan, AL

Join a dedicated medical-surgical nursing team as a travel Registered Nurse (RN) providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adult and geriatric patients in Dothan, Alabama. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers consistent 12-hour night shifts, flexible scheduling options, and the opportunity to expand your clinical experience in a fast-paced inpatient healthcare setting. Dothan is a welcoming Wiregrass community known for its Southern charm, outdoor recreation, and vibrant local culture.

Travel RN Job Details

• Location: Dothan, Alabama
• Assignment Type: 13-week medical-surgical travel nursing contract
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• End Date: February 8, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,640–$1,730
• Schedule: 3 or 4 shifts per week, based on traveler preference
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Scheduling: Block scheduling available
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Typical Patient Assignment: Ratios may be up to 1:6–7
• Weekend Coverage: Required as part of the assignment schedule

Medical-Surgical RN Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alabama or a valid compact-state RN license at the time of submission
• At least 1 year of recent medical-surgical nursing or Med-Surg RN experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications
• Demonstrated experience caring for adult and geriatric patients in a large healthcare setting
• Strong telemetry monitoring and medical-surgical clinical skills
• Proficiency managing cardiac drips, including Cardizem, Tridil, and amiodarone
• Experience accessing and managing ports
• Experience with chemotherapy administration and monitoring is required
• Travel nursing experience is preferred; highly qualified first-time travelers may be considered
• Local candidates are not eligible; applicants must reside at least 90 miles from the assignment location
• Completion of required pre-start orientation and learning modules
• Compliance with applicable COVID-19 and influenza vaccination requirements

Medical-Surgical Travel Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, individualized nursing care to adult and geriatric medical-surgical patients
• Complete assessments, develop and update care plans, administer medications, and evaluate patient outcomes
• Monitor telemetry and recognize changes in patient condition, escalating concerns promptly
• Safely administer and titrate cardiac drips according to orders and established protocols
• Access and manage ports while maintaining infection prevention and patient safety standards
• Administer and monitor chemotherapy in accordance with unit policies and clinical guidelines
• Collaborate with providers, pharmacy, respiratory services, physical therapy, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams
• Accurately document patient care and communicate effectively during handoffs
• Prioritize care for a patient assignment of up to 6–7 patients while maintaining quality and safety
• Support a positive, team-oriented environment during scheduled night and weekend shifts

Apply now for this medical-surgical travel RN opportunity in Dothan, Alabama, and take the next step in your nursing career.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.