Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – Med Surg travel assignment in Pocatello, Idaho. Start date: August 24, 2026. Duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: $1,644–$1,697 per week. Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour. Setting: hospital-based Med/Surg unit caring for adults and geriatrics in a 48-bed unit.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,644–$1,697 per week
- Guaranteed hours: none
- Contract duration: Weeks
- Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts
- Start date: August 24, 2026
- Facility/work setting: 48-bed hospital Med/Surg unit
- Orientation: 24 hours
- Floating: required if competencies met
- Pre-approved time off: 1 occurrence per contract

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care for adult and geriatric patients on a Med/Surg unit, including post-operative and medical patients
- Monitor patient status, interpret vital signs and laboratory data, and respond promptly to changes in condition
- Administer medications and IV therapies, manage IV/PICC/central lines, perform phlebotomy, and assist with blood product administration
- Manage airway support as needed (nasal cannula, HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP, non-invasive ventilation) and provide tracheostomy and post-op airway care
- Perform wound care (including wound VAC and surgical drains), post-op recovery support, and care for renal issues such as AKI and post-dialysis needs
- Operate in telemetry/cardiac monitoring, interpret ABGs, and support procedures like PCA administration
- Implement CIWA/substance withdrawal protocols, maintain isolation precautions, and engage with Rapid Response/Code teams as appropriate
- Document care in Epic, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and coordinate with ancillary services (Pharmacy, Respiratory, Social Services, Radiology, etc.)

Requirements
- Active State of Idaho RN license or Compact license in hand at time of submittal
- BLS certification required
- Clinical experience: 2 years preferred; travel experience required
- Trauma Level II experience: preferred
- Float: permitted if competencies are met

Benefits and Support
- Onboarding: 24-hour orientation
- Travel and assignment support from dedicated recruiter
- Ongoing support from the health care team throughout the assignment
- Epic charting and telemetry experience within a multidisciplinary environment

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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.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

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
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

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
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

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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Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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