Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,672 per week

About the Role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Med Surg Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Mecosta, Michigan. This role involves delivering comprehensive, high-quality, patient-centered care in medical-surgical and telemetry units, including assessing patient health conditions, monitoring cardiac telemetry data, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures and treatments to patients and families, addressing concerns and ensuring understanding.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in adherence to nursing standards.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ conditions, documenting changes and reporting concerns to the care team.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures, assist physicians during treatments, and monitor patient responses.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients recovering from medical conditions or surgical procedures.
• Document comprehensive patient information, including vital signs, medications, treatments, and care outcomes, in the medical record.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, physical therapists, and social workers, to create and implement individualized care plans.
• Manage multiple patients efficiently, prioritizing care based on acuity and clinical needs.
• Ensure infection control practices are strictly followed, including hand hygiene and PPE use.
• Advocate for patients’ needs and preferences, ensuring they are respected and integrated into the care plan.
• Facilitate discharge planning, coordinating with patients, families, and external resources to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home.
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Requirements

• One year of recent Med Surg RN experience.
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• NIHSS certification.
• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification.
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position.

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficiency in reading/comprehending written instructions, following verbal instructions, and using PC skills.
• Physical ability to remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with a variety of personnel while maintaining a positive attitude and professionalism.
• Technical/motor skills to grasp, perform fine manipulation, and assist with procedures.
• Mental ability to cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision occasionally, and contend with irregular schedules and continuous concentration to detail.
• Visual acuity and effective communication abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first-day coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1,560 hours.
• Life and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Aggressive Refer-a-Friend Bonus Program.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Reimbursement for licensure and continuing education units (CEUs).
• $0 copay for mental health services.
• Scholarships and awards.
• Exclusive discounts.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• License and certification reimbursement.
• Weekly pay.
• Cancelation protection.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Continuing education opportunities.

Pay

Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Start Date: 09/08/2026.
• Duration: 13 weeks.
• 36 hours per week.
• 12-hour night shifts.