Travel Med-Surg Adult / Step Down RN - $1,843 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Hilo, Hawaii.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Flex Pool Night position at a Hawaii medical center, requiring a valid HI RN license and 2+ years of experience across medical-surgical and step-down settings.

Details

• Flex Pool RN role floating between multiple units, including a Medical Unit (77 beds), a Surgical Acute Unit (18 beds), and a Cardiovascular Unit (15 beds)
• Patient population spans adult medical-surgical and step-down acuity levels
• Nurse-to-patient ratios vary by unit: Medical 1:6 (days/evenings) and 1:8 (nights), Surgical Acute 1:6, and Cardiovascular 1:4
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:45 PM – 7:15 AM, scheduled 36 hours per week after the first week of orientation
• EMR system is Meditech; additional equipment includes Pyxis, wound vacs, and chest tubes
• Floating required across the Medical, Surgical Acute, and Cardiovascular units

Requirements

• Active State of Hawaii (HI) RN license required by start of assignment
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Required certifications: BLS/BCLS and ACLS
• Preferred certifications: PALS, Procedural Sedation, TNCC, and ENPC
• Documented proof of immunity required; medical and religious exemptions will not be accepted in lieu of documentation

Additional Information

• Orientation is provided for each unit before independent assignment
• All travelers must report to Employee Health 48–72 hours prior to the start of the assignment; candidates should plan to arrive in Hawaii the Thursday before a Monday start to attend a Friday morning Employee Health appointment
• Clean, professional nursing scrubs required
• Ratios may vary due to unexpected staffing changes

American Traveler Job ID #P-734317. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.