Registered Nurse Med Surg

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) Med-Surg / Surgical Acute (Nights)
Location: Hilo, HI 96720
Start Date: June 15, 2026
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights 3x12-hour shifts/week

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Med-Surg / Surgical Acute Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel contract at a Medical Center in Hilo, Hawaii. This role focuses on adult surgical patients requiring pre- and post-operative care in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for post-surgical adult patients
• Manage pre/postoperative cases including abdominal surgeries, mastectomies, thyroidectomies, chest tubes, and drains
• Monitor patient status, administer medications, and maintain accurate EMR documentation
• Utilize equipment such as IV pumps, PCA pumps, and patient monitoring systems
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Float to other units as needed

Requirements

• Active Hawaii RN License (or must apply upon offer and obtain before start)
• Minimum 2 years of Med-Surg / Surgical nursing experience
• Strong experience in pre/postoperative care
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS (Required)
• Experience with EPIC EMR preferred
• Ability to work weekends and maintain schedule flexibility

Patient Details

• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5 6
• Unit Type: Adult Surgical (Med-Surg)

Compensation (All-Inclusive)

• Blended Rate: Up to $50/hour

Note: Pay package breakdown (weekly gross, taxable, and non-taxable) available upon request.

Additional Details

• Holiday coverage required
• No guaranteed hours
• Travelers must arrive prior to start date for onboarding and employee health clearance

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status