Registered Nurse Medical Surgical
Location: Waycross, GA
Profession: Registered Nurse
Posted: 8/11/2026
Salary: $2285.00/weekly
Weekly Hours: 48
Shift: Days
Job Details
Job Title
Travel RN – Medical Surgical
Location
Waycross, Georgia
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | Days | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 13-Week Assignment
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for general Medical Surgical patients on a 24-bed inpatient unit with a 1:6 patient ratio
- Conduct bedside shift reports and perform safety rounding in accordance with facility policy
- Collaborate with unit secretaries and Patient Care Technicians to support patient care delivery
- Document patient information and clinical data using the Meditech Expanse electronic health record system
- Float as needed to other Med Surg units, the Emergency Department for Med Surg holds, or ICU/PCU to care for Med Surg level patients
- Work every other weekend and holidays in rotation with permanent hospital staff
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in the state of Georgia or compact licensure eligibility
- Minimum of 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Proficiency with standard hospital equipment used in a Medical Surgical setting
- Ability to commit to a 13-week travel assignment with availability for 2 weekends per month
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience with Meditech Expanse documentation system
- Experience working in an acute care hospital environment
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to floating assignments across multiple units
Why Join Us
- Join a facility recognized by staff for its caring and compassionate culture, with management known for strong support of both patients and team members
- Located near the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in historic Southeast Georgia, offering a unique travel experience with outdoor recreation, museums, and local charm
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