Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – Med Surg travel assignment in Hilo, Hawaii. This 15-week assignment starts on 08/24/2026 with a weekly pay range of $1,799–$1,897 per week. Shifts are rotating, and the work setting is an inpatient hospital-type unit providing med/surgical care for adults 18 and over.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,799–$1,897 per week
- Contract duration: 15 weeks
- Shift: Rotating shifts
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Work setting: Inpatient med/surg unit (50-bed medical unit)
- Orientation and pre-start requirements: Orientation included in the first week; candidate must arrive the Thursday before start for employee health appointment

Responsibilities
- Provide direct, evidence-based RN care for adults (18+) on a med/surg unit, including assessment, planning, and documentation
- Administer medications, monitor patient status, manage wounds and devices (e.g., wound vac, chest tubes) and participate in ongoing care planning
- Utilize Meditech EMR and Pyxis for orders, documentation, and medication dispensing; ensure accurate charting and timely response to changes in patient condition
- May float to related units (surgery, pediatrics, transitional care) as needed; maintain competency across units
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure patient safety, discharge planning, and adherence to established care protocols
- Maintain professional standards and unit expectations, including dress code and infection prevention practices; uphold a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio on the unit

Requirements
- Active Hawaii RN license by start date (must have Hawaii license at assignment start)
- Minimum 2 years of Med Surg or higher-level care experience
- BLS required; ACLS preferred
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program; eligibility to practice in Hawaii
- Ability to work a rotating schedule with variable shift lengths and days; flexibility to float as needed
- Unit size around 50 beds; capacity to adapt to a fast-paced inpatient setting
- No holiday RTO requests; must participate in orientation and pre-employment health requirements

Benefits and Support
- Orientation included in the first week of assignment
- Pre-start employee health appointment coordinated as part of onboarding
- Ongoing travel assignment support and point-of-contact from Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

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.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Daily paid, Ongoing contract, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Rotating shift

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