Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job
Registered Nurse - Med Surg | Hilo, Hawaii, US | Start 09/14/2026 | Duration 13 weeks | $1,889–$1,984 per week | Guaranteed hours 0.0 | Shift: 12-hour day shifts (0645–1915), 3x12s. Travel assignment in a hospital setting. Orientation provided; arrival the Thursday before start is required to complete employee health clearance.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,889–$1,984 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour days, 0645–1915, 3 shifts per week
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Work setting: Travel RN assignment in a hospital environment in Hilo, HI
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to adult medical and surgical patients on Med Surg units.
- Float to Medical Unit, Laulima Unit (surgical acute), and Cardiovascular Unit on rare occasions as needed.
- Perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications, monitor vitals, and respond to changing patient conditions.
- Implement and update care plans, document on Meditech EMR, and communicate with the interdisciplinary team.
- Assist with procedures, wound care (including wound vac), chest tubes, drains, and other delegated nursing tasks.
- Educate patients and families about care plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up needs.
Requirements
- Active Hawaii RN license by start date; travelers must apply upon acceptance if not already licensed in Hawaii.
- BLS required; ACLS preferred; PALS, TNCC, ENPC preferred.
- 2–10 years of med/surg RN experience.
- Ability to float to other units and work in a hospital setting.
- Proficiency with Meditech EMR; familiarity with wound vac and chest tubes is a plus.
Benefits and Support
- Orientation time provided for each unit
- Pre-start health clearance coordination; arrival the Thursday before start is required
- 13-week travel assignment with unit flexibility
- Opportunity to develop experience across multiple medical/surgical services
- Supportive staffing model with on-site clinical guidance as needed
- Clear communication and dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
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PAY DISCLAIMER
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.
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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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