Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse - Med Surg | Hilo, Hawaii, US | Travel - Temporary Assignment | Start July 20, 2026 | 13 weeks | 1,792–1,910 per week | Night shift | Hospital setting
This travel nursing role supports a hospital medical-surgical unit in Hawaii. The assignment runs for 13 weeks with nights as the primary shift. After the first full week of orientation, scheduled hours are approximately 36 per week. A Hawaii RN license in good standing is required by the start date.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: 1,792–1,910 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night shift
- Start date: July 20, 2026
- Setting: Medical-surgical unit within a hospital
- Orientation: Provided; arrive the Thursday before start to complete health clearance
- Hours: After orientation, scheduled 36 hours per week; shifts may vary in length and days

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for adult medical-surgical patients, including assessment, monitoring, and documentation
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, and manage IVs and basic wound care
- Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (Meditech EMR) and maintain accurate Pyxis medication management
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to plan and execute patient care, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
- Monitor for changes in patient condition, respond to emergent situations, and ensure safety and comfort on the unit
- Participate in unit orientation and maintain compliance with unit policies and protocols; may float to Laulima or Cardiovascular units as needed

Requirements
- Current Hawaii RN license active by start date; if not currently licensed, must apply upon acceptance and obtain licensure by start
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- 2–10 years of Med surg RN experience strongly preferred
- Ability to work nights and be flexible with hours; may be assigned various shift lengths and days
- Flu vaccination proof or facility-approved medical/religious exception required prior to start
- Willingness to float to other units as needed (e.g., Laulima Unit, Cardiovascular Unit)
- Must arrive the Thursday before start for employee health appointment and onboarding

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment from a travel nursing team
- Fast credentialing process to facilitate onboarding
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support for the duration of the assignment
- Realistic scheduling with orientation included and ongoing unit support

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If you’d like to explore additional travel nursing openings in Hawaii or across the country, apply now at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view other opportunities with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

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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