Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,100 to $2,300 per week in Oakes, ND

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Oakes, ND
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $2,100 to $2,300 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Oakes, North Dakota, 58474!

Location:  Oakes, ND

Start Date: 05-04-2026

Contract Type:  Travel Contract

Shift Type:  Rotating nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour shifts). Manager-scheduled with block scheduling options; every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation; may float to the ER as needed.

Hours per Week: 36

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and document findings accurately in MEDITECH
• Administer medications and manage infusion pumps safely and competently
• Titrate drips per protocol (e.g., Insulin, Heparin, Levophed) and manage set‑rate infusions like Amiodarone
• Interpret telemetry strips (Mindray monitors) and act promptly on abnormalities
• Provide respiratory care including high-flow, CPAP/BiPAP management and support with the Hamilton C1 ventilator as needed
• Collaborate with CNAs, PCTs and interdisciplinary staff to coordinate care and ensure patient safety
• Support charge nurse and float to the ER when staffing needs require flexibility
• Participate in unit orientation and ongoing quality and safety initiatives

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma accepted — BSN not required

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient assessments and clinical judgment in med-surg settings
• Infusion pump management and safe medication administration
• Telemetry strip interpretation (Mindray monitors)
• Drip titration protocols and vasoactive medication management
• Respiratory equipment and treatments, including Hamilton C1 ventilator
• Charting and documentation in MEDITECH
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and float to ER when needed
• Strong teamwork, communication, and patient-centered care approach
• Experience in or appreciation for critical access hospital environments

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

Requirements

• Active RN license (eligible to submit) required
• BLS (AHA) required; ACLS (AHA) and PALS (AHA) required
• NIHSS and TNCC preferred (TNCC if functioning as ER nurse)
• Comfortable titrating drips and managing common critical meds
• Experience reading telemetry strips and documenting rhythm interpretation
• Familiarity with MEDITECH charting system
• Minimum ~2 years nursing experience preferred
• Team player with strong communication and social skills; reliability is essential
• First-time travelers are welcome — orientation and support provided

Benefits

• Supportive team environment where your skills and voice matter
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• Paid time off so you can recharge and come back refreshed
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to make renewals easier
• Travel reimbursement and housing guidance for out-of-town clinicians
• Generous orientation so you feel confident from day one
• 401(k) retirement plan and life insurance offerings
• Referral bonus program — bring teammates you love
• Flexible scheduling options and block scheduling availability
• Continuing education support and opportunities to grow

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