Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse, Med Surg | Hilo, HI | Start date 08/24/2026 | 13 weeks | $1,875–$2,037 per week | No guaranteed hours | 12-hour night shifts (3x12) | Travel - temporary assignment in an acute care setting. This assignment requires filing for or holding a Hawaii RN license by start and will include unit-specific orientation.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,875–$2,037 per week
- Guaranteed hours: none
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 1845–0715
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Setting: acute care medical-surgical environment with unit-based orientation
- Orientation: provided for each unit; must arrive timely for onboarding

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care to adult medical-surgical patients, including monitoring status, administering medications, and implementing care plans.
- Float to assigned units (Medical Unit; Laulima Unit; occasional Cardiovascular Unit) as needed, following unit protocols and supervision.
- Perform common procedures and manage equipment such as wound vacs, chest tubes, and related post-operative care; maintain sterile technique and infection control standards.
- Document care and interventions in the EMR (Meditech) and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and timely communication.
- Monitor vitals, respond to changes in patient condition, and provide patient and family education aligned with unit protocols.
- Maintain professional appearance and adhere to the dress code (clean scrubs) and ongoing documentation of required immunizations and certifications.

Requirements
- License: Hawaii RN license active by start date; travelers not in possession of HI license must apply upon acceptance, and must have Hawaii license by start.
- Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred; additional certifications (PALS, Procedural Sedation, TNCC, ENPC) preferred.
- Experience: 2–10 years of Med/Surg RN experience.
- Immunity: Documentation of immunity required; immunization proof is not eligible for exemption.
- Floating and scope: Ability to float to Medical Unit; Laulima Unit; and occasional Cardiovascular Unit; able to work in an acute care setting with variable patient assignments.
- Orientation: Orientation time provided for each unit; arrival on time for onboarding is required.
- Work hours: Must be able to work 12-hour night shifts; schedule includes 36 hours per week after orientation with no guaranteed hours.

Benefits and Support
- Orientation provided for each unit.
- Pre-start process includes scheduling employee health screening; arrival requirements specify Thursday prior to start.
- Travel assignment with dedicated, unit-based onboarding and support.
- Ongoing clinical collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, acute care setting.

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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
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• 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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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

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

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