Med/Surg | Registered Nurse

Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Contract in Berkeley, CA

Join a collaborative Medical-Surgical nursing team in Berkeley, California. This 13-week travel RN contract offers three 12-hour day shifts weekly, adult and geriatric patient care, and an estimated $2,090–$2,200 in weekly pay.

Position Overview

Bring your clinical judgment and compassionate approach to a 13-week Medical-Surgical travel nursing assignment in Berkeley, California. You’ll care for adult and geriatric patients in a collaborative environment, helping guide care from admission through discharge. This Registered Nurse (RN) role offers a consistent day schedule and the opportunity to support patients with a variety of medical and surgical needs.

Travel RN Job Details

• Location: Berkeley, California
• Work setting: On-site, Medical-Surgical
• Contract dates: December 14, 2026 – March 15, 2027
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Three 12-hour day shifts per week, 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (36 hours per week)
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
• Patient ratio: Approximately 1:5 on days
• Call: None
• Weekly estimated pay: $2,090–$2,200

Berkeley offers a lively East Bay setting with a mix of cultural attractions, local dining, parks, and convenient access to the broader Bay Area.

Medical-Surgical RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse experience
• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications
• Ability to provide nursing care for adult and geriatric patients
• Flexibility to float within scope to other Medical-Surgical units or nearby campuses based on patient census and staffing needs

Medical-Surgical Nurse Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family needs, develop individualized plans of care, and reassess outcomes throughout the patient stay.
• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care, including medication administration, treatments, and timely nursing interventions.
• Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and communicate significant findings to the appropriate members of the care team.
• Coordinate care with patients, families, providers, and interdisciplinary partners to support effective treatment and discharge planning.
• Use sound clinical judgment to prioritize care, respond to emergencies, and help maintain a safe patient environment.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and communicate updates to the care team.

Apply now for this Medical-Surgical travel nurse opportunity in Berkeley, California.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.