Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $2,855 per week

Job Summary

Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical (MedSurg) care is sought for a facility located in Boise, Idaho. This role involves providing skilled nursing care on a high-acuity MedSurg unit that supports diverse surgical specialties, including bariatric, urological, colorectal, vascular, gynecological, and plastic surgery patients. The position requires a dedicated nursing professional with proficiency in central line management, NG tube care, ostomies, and drainage systems.

Job Details

• Location: Boise, Idaho
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Schedule: Three consecutive night shifts per week, with possibility of additional shifts; weekends and holidays as needed

Required Qualifications

• Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Minimum of 2 years of MedSurg nursing experience
• Proficiency with central lines, NG tubes, ostomies, drain management, and professional communication skills
• Experience with CBIs and Foley management is preferred
• Experience with heparin drips and the ability to read strips for remote tele monitoring is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with heparin drips and the ability to read strips for remote tele monitoring is required

Float Requirements

• Floating to similar MedSurg units at local hospitals may be required; travelers are first to float

Additional Information

• Nurse aides (CNAs) are scheduled at ratios of 1:8-10
• EMR system in use is EPIC
• The unit follows a radius rule of 50 miles for candidate eligibility
• Orientation includes one unit-specific shift plus a didactic session with an educator
• Staffing includes charge nurses without patient assignments and unit leadership support
• No specific scrub color mandated; professional and clean attire required

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Pay Package

The pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.