Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – Med Surg, travel assignment in Pocatello, Idaho. Start date 09/08/2026 for a weeks-long assignment on a 3x12-hour Night shift in a hospital setting. Weekly pay ranges from $1,580 to $1,717. This 48-bed unit cares for adults and geriatrics with a 1:6 patient ratio; Epic is the charting system and orientation is 24 hours. This travel role requires prior travel experience and may include floating to other units if competencies permit. Guaranteed hours are not offered for this assignment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,580–$1,717 per week
- Shift: 3x12-hour Nights
- Start date: 09/08/2026
- Assignment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment (weeks)
- Unit size/setting: 48-bed Med/Surg with adult and geriatric patients
- Orientation: 24 hours
- Charting system: Epic
- Floating: Possible if clinically competent
- Local candidates: 50-mile radius rule applies

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care for adult and geriatric Med/Surg patients, including those requiring telemetry
- Monitor patient status, administer medications, manage IV access, blood products, and perform essential procedures (e.g., wound care, wound VAC, chest tubes)
- Support respiratory needs with HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP as indicated; assist with post-op and trauma care
- Interpret ABG results, manage isolation precautions, CIWA withdrawal protocols, and participate in rapid response/escalation as needed
- Perform and document care in Epic; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (PT, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy) and contribute to discharge planning

Requirements
- Active RN license in Idaho or a valid Compact state license in hand at submittal
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience preferred; travel experience required
- Trauma experience (Level II) preferred
- Epic charting experience required
- Ability to work night shift and function in a hospital Med/Surg/Telemetry environment
- Floating eligibility if competent

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing process
- Orientation provided onsite
- Nationwide assignments available
- Weekly pay

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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.

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

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

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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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