Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg | Night Shift

Healthforce • Washington, DC

2d • $1,834 - $1,934

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg to join an acute care nursing team in Carroll, Iowa. The role provides comprehensive, compassionate care for adult medical-surgical patients with diverse conditions and varying acuity in a fast-paced inpatient hospital setting. The nurse works collaboratively to support high-quality patient outcomes and patient safety. The assignment is a consistent night shift travel contract.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Iowa RN license or valid multi-state Compact license.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program.
• Minimum 1–2 years of recent direct inpatient medical-surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency with hospital EHR platforms and interdisciplinary care coordination.
• Competency in time management, prioritizing care for multiple patients, and rapid clinical decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification; may be required depending on unit specifications.
• Prior experience with telemetry monitoring, acutely ill patient populations, and peri-discharge workflows.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive head-to-toe nursing assessments upon admission and monitor patient status and vital signs throughout the shift.
• Administer scheduled and PRN medications, initiate and manage IV therapy, and perform complex wound care and routine bedside procedures according to physician orders.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions or rapid response protocols.
• Maintain timely, accurate EHR documentation of assessments, medication administration, and care milestones.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care with physicians, physical therapists, dietitians, and case managers to support recovery and discharge readiness.
• Educate patients and their support systems about disease processes, medications, and home management protocols.

Benefits

• Weekly gross pay of $1,834.00.
• Consistent night shift assignment.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team, strong patient safety culture, and clear unit workflows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree