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Med/Surg | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareAtlanta, GATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Atlanta, GA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 29, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$41.67
Weekly
$1,500
Yearly (full-time)
$78,000
Start date
November 16, 2026

This job pays about $41.67/hour — 7% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Georgia ($44.98/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) – Acute GI Medicine in Atlanta, GA

Explore a rewarding 13-week travel nursing job for a Medical-Surgical RN on an Acute GI Medicine unit in Atlanta, Georgia. This on-site assignment is ideal for a confident, patient-focused nurse who thrives in a fast-paced acute care environment and enjoys providing comprehensive care to diverse adult patient populations. Located in the 30342 area, Atlanta offers an energetic urban lifestyle, excellent dining and entertainment, beautiful parks, and convenient access to the region’s many cultural and recreational attractions.

Travel RN Job Details

  • Position: Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Specialty: Acute GI Medicine
  • Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
  • Location: Atlanta, Georgia 30342
  • Start Date: November 16, 2026
  • End Date: February 13, 2027
  • Schedule: 3 shifts per week
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, approximately 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,460–$1,540
  • Holiday Expectations: Work two major holidays and one minor holiday during the assignment, as scheduled

Medical-Surgical RN Job Requirements

  • At least 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical or Acute GI nursing experience
  • Current Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in Georgia
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • NIH Stroke Scale certification
  • Strong patient assessment, prioritization, communication, and clinical decision-making skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced acute care setting
  • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred

Acute Care Nursing Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to adult patients on an Acute GI Medicine unit
  • Complete comprehensive assessments, monitor patient status, and promptly identify changes in condition
  • Administer medications and treatments in accordance with established standards and provider orders
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans
  • Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and the interdisciplinary team
  • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge plans
  • Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
  • Support quality improvement, patient safety, and infection prevention practices

Apply now for this Medical-Surgical RN travel assignment and join an acute care healthcare team in Atlanta, Georgia.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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