Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job
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Healthforce
Pocatello, ID, US
Summary
Provide direct, compassionate nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a medical-surgical unit, including post-operative and acute illness management. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to monitor patient status, administer medications, and contribute to discharge planning.
Job Description
Overview
Registered Nurse – Med Surg | Pocatello, Idaho | Start date 10/05/2026 | Duration: Weeks | 3x12-hour Night shifts | Travel assignment in a hospital setting | Weekly pay: $1,599–$1,653 per week | No guaranteed hours | Epic charting environment | Travel experience required
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,599–$1,653 per week
- Contract duration: Weeks (travel assignment)
- Shift: 3x12-hour Nights
- Start date: 10/05/2026
- Orientation: 24 hours
- No guaranteed hours; travel assignment
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, patient-centered nursing care to adult and geriatric med-surg patients on a 48-bed unit.
- Perform assessments, develop and implement care plans, administer medications, initiate IV therapy, manage wounds, and monitor clinical status.
- Utilize Epic for charting and documentation; ensure accurate and timely data entry; respond to changes in patient condition and coordinate with the care team.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (PT, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, Social Services, Rapid Response) to coordinate care and discharge planning.
- Manage common unit diagnoses and conditions (e.g., sepsis, respiratory issues, COPD, AKI/renal concerns, post-operative care, trauma, isolation precautions) while maintaining patient safety and quality of care.
- Provide patient and family education; support isolation protocols and anesthesia/operative care transitions as applicable.
Requirements
- Current RN license in hand (state or compact) at time of submittal.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Years of experience: 2 years preferred; travel experience required; Trauma Level II experience preferred.
- Proficiency with IV start/maintenance, phlebotomy, wound care, and basic ABG interpretation; telemetry and post-op care experience desirable.
- Ability to work 3x12-hour night shifts; willingness to work weekends; ability to float to other units if competencies allow.
- Charting experience with Epic preferred.
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 travel support
- Fast credentialing and onboarding; core items/labs completed within 48 hours
- Nationwide assignments available within the organization
- Ongoing support throughout the assignment
- Orientation provided to begin clinical duties
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
