American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/12/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a RN for a Med/Surg Float Pool position requiring a GA or compact RN license and Epic EMR experience.
Responsibilities
- Hospital setting with floating to all Med/Surg and Med/Surg Tele units
- Cares for adult to geriatric patients with diverse medical and telemetry diagnoses
- Typical patient ratio is 1:5-6
- Night shift schedule, working three 12-hour shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am
- EMR system used is Epic; Pyxis and SBAR also utilized
- Requires working every other weekend, averaging six weekends over a 13-week contract
- Floating may include coverage at a sister campus located three miles away
- No on-call requirements
- Must float as needed among Med/Surg and Med/Surg Tele units throughout the hospital
- Orientation and compliance must be completed on time to avoid assignment delay
- Must be able to work required major holidays as assigned according to facility policy
- No blocked scheduling permitted
- Maximum of seven days of requested time off (RTO), with no RTO allowed during the first week of the contract
- Former permanent or PRN staff must be away from all Piedmont facilities for at least one year before being eligible to return as a traveler
- Travel pairs are not permitted to work the same shift on the same unit
- Return travelers who are unable to return to one facility must complete a successful assignment outside of Piedmont before rebooking
Requirements
- Active GA or compact RN license
- Minimum of one year recent Med/Surg nursing experience
- BLS certification required
- Epic EMR experience required
- First-time travelers will be considered
- Must wear navy blue scrubs
- Must provide two supervisory references (manager level or above) for consideration
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-651239. 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 Float Pool
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.
