Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,148 per week in Woodsville, NH

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Woodsville, NH
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,148 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/9/2026

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Job Summary

This role is for an experienced Registered Nurse to join a small, low-acuity 3-bed Intensive Care Unit in Woodsville, New Hampshire. The primary focus will be providing high-quality patient care to a diverse population with common diagnoses including Sepsis, Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), Respiratory Distress, and Atrial Fibrillation.

The successful candidate will contribute to the unit's educational environment by precepting new staff. Flexibility is key, as this position may require floating to the Medical-Surgical unit based on patient census and facility needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients within a 3-bed ICU setting.
• Monitor, assess, and intervene for patients presenting with conditions such as Sepsis, DKA, Respiratory Distress, and Atrial Fibrillation.
• Serve as a preceptor, guiding and educating new nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient documentation using the Oracle Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
• Demonstrate adaptability by floating to the Medical-Surgical unit when ICU census is low.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
• Experience in a Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or a strong Medical-Surgical background will be considered.
• Ability to commit to a 13-week night shift contract.
• First-time travelers may be considered if they possess extensive and relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
• Critical care access experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in critical care nursing skills, including advanced patient assessment, cardiac monitoring, and medication management.
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Ability to precept and mentor junior staff.
• Proficiency with Oracle Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
• Adaptability and willingness to float to other units as needed.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Night Shift (NOC)
• Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Days per week: 3 shifts per week
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 9, 2026, or November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 6, 2027
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Hampshire.
• Certifications: Not specified.