Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Overview
Registered Nurse - Med Surg on a nights shift, located in Carbondale, Illinois. This is a travel - temporary assignment starting 09/07/2026 for 13 weeks on a hospital med‑surg floor with some medical overlap due to bed availability. Weekly pay ranges from $2,212 per week to $2,269 per week. There are no guaranteed hours. The unit features 35 private patient rooms, two nurses stations, a shift supervisor, and patient care tech support. Expect an approximate night shift ratio of 1:5–6, with agency coverage typically every other weekend; holiday requests can be discussed with the manager.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $2,212 per week – $2,269 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights
- Start date: 09/07/2026
- Setting: hospital med-surg floor with surgical and medical care overlap; 35 private rooms
- Scheduling notes: agency coverage typically every other weekend; holiday discussions possible

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a surgical department with occasional medical overlap to support bed availability
- Monitor patient conditions, perform assessments, plan and implement care, and document in the charting system
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital policies
- Collaborate with the shift supervisor, patient care techs, and multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and timely interventions
- Perform accurate handoffs during shift changes and participate in daily rounds as needed
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges as part of the care team

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license; appropriate licensure to practice on assignment in Illinois
- Ability to work nights on a Med Surg/surgical floor with a 1:5–6 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Experience on a surgical/emergency-adjacent Med Surg unit is preferred
- Strong communication and teamwork skills; reliable documentation and patient advocacy
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with bed management considerations
- Basic computer/documentation proficiency and adherence to safety and infection control protocols

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- 24/7 assignment support during the travel period
- Payroll and billing coordinated via Medefis

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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