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

Registered Nurse - MedSurg

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

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