Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Med Surg Job

Overview

• Weekly pay: $1,889–$1,972 per week
• Start date: 10/05/2026
• Shift: 4x12 Days
• Unit/setting: 14-bed med/surg telemetry overflow on a hospital unit (temporary overflow unit to accommodate ED boarders with flex space inside GI Endoscopy; census may vary)
• Orientation: 12 hours
• Floating: May float to med/surg as needed; interdisciplinary support available
• No guaranteed hours

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for adult medical-surgical patients with telemetry monitoring, under supervision as applicable
• Maintain telemetry observation, perform routine assessments, and respond to changes in patient status per unit protocol
• Perform phlebotomy and IV placement competency (mandatory) as part of routine care per unit needs
• Administer medications per orders; manage wound care, dressing changes, JP/Hemovac care, Foley care, and NG/G-tube management
• Assist with oxygen delivery, EKG acquisition, vital signs, and isolation precautions; support patient safety and comfort
• Document in the EPIC charting system; complete admission assessments and SBAR communications for ED transfers and other admissions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team (IV team, PT, Respiratory, Interpretation, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response, Pharmacy, Transport, Unit Secretary) to coordinate care
• LPN role note: LPNs may not assume certain assignments or act as a resource in GIOF/med-surg; may be used as a patient care tech (PCT) as assigned

Requirements

• NY license required in-hand for submission; pending licenses not accepted
• Certification: BLS required
• Experience: Minimum 1 year RN experience required; previous charge experience preferred
• EPIC charting experience required
• Core skills: Phlebotomy and IV placement competency (mandatory); telemetry monitoring; wound care; Foley, JP/Hemovac care; NG/G-tube management; oxygen delivery; vital signs; EKG/monitoring; medication administration (IM/SQ); adherence to isolation precautions
• Location restrictions: Candidates within 75 miles are not accepted
• Flexibility: Ability to float to med/surg as needed; call dependent on staffing needs
• First travel assignment: Accepted

Benefits and Support

• Dedicated travel recruitment support 24/7
• Fast credentialing and onboarding processes
• Extension opportunities on eligible assignments
• Housing assistance available (where offered)
• Nationwide assignments
• Referral bonus up to $1,000
• Ongoing assignment support and resources throughout the shift