Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – Med Surg (Travel) | Utica, NY | Start 06/22/2026 | 13 weeks | $2,134–$2,307 per week | 36 guaranteed hours per week | Shift: 2x3 days (6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.) | Hospital setting

This travel assignment places an experienced Med‑Surg RN on an adult unit with a focus on post‑operative and general medical–surgical care. The role includes floating to other units as needed and uses EPIC for charting. The assignment length is 13 weeks with a guaranteed 36 hours per week, and it begins in late June 2026 in Utica, New York.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,134–$2,307
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 2x3 days (6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.), floating to other units as needed
- Start date: 06/22/2026
- Unit: Med‑Surg; adult patient population on a general medical‑surgical service

Responsibilities
- Provide direct, professional nursing care to adult Med‑Surg patients, including post‑operative care for conditions such as abdominal pain, cholelithiasis, osteoarthritis, fractures, back pain, and bariatric/post‑operative obesity.
- Monitor patient status, perform assessments, interpret changes, and document findings in EPIC EMR; respond promptly to changes in patient conditions.
- Administer medications, manage IV therapy with pumps, and maintain NG/feeding tube care as ordered; perform routine wound care and dressing changes.
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, rehabilitation services, and social work to plan and coordinate care; participate in discharge planning and patient education.
- Ensure safe, high‑quality care with emphasis on infection prevention, patient safety, and accurate documentation; navigate unit–specific procedures and patient needs as assigned.
- Communicate effectively with patients and families, providing education on care plans, medications, and post‑discharge instructions.

Requirements
- Active NY RN license with Nursys verification; all active RN licenses must be documented
- AHA BLS certification
- Minimum 2 years of Med‑Surg (adult) experience; travel experience required
- EPIC EMR experience
- Driver’s license with address that matches demographics
- Ready to float to other units as needed; RTO (time off) requests must be included at submission
- Local rate option available for applicants within 75 miles

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Local rate option for applicants within 75 miles
- 13‑week travel assignment
- Dedicated assignment support and recruiter assistance
- 24/7 support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC during the assignment

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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
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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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