Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,070 per week
Job Summary
A registered nurse specializing in Medical Surgical (MS) care is sought for a position at a trauma, orthopedic, and neuro-focused unit located in Evansville, Indiana. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care during the night shift, with candidates required to bring their license on the first day. The facility primarily serves trauma, orthopedic, and neurological patient populations, and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Job Details
- Location: Evansville, Indiana
- Shift: 12-hour nights, from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
- Schedule: 36 hours guaranteed per week, with potential for 48 hours upon request
- Contract Length: 13 weeks, starting on 06/22/2026
Required Qualifications
- Current active compact license
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Associate degree or certificate
- Minimum of 2 years as a registered nurse
- At least one full year of experience in orthopedic, neuro, or trauma units
- Experience with recent Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system specifically EPIC
- Prior trauma level II experience
Additional Information
- Preferred skills: chest tube management, drainage systems, drips, epidural care, PEGs/NGs, traction, wound care, and other advanced procedures
- Float rotation: possible float to nearby campuses with a two-hour notice. Cross-campus float is unlikely but possible.
- Call/Call Back: not applicable
- Weekend/Holiday Requirements: three weekends out of every six weeks and every other holiday (alternating holiday schedule)
- Charting Experience: recent EPIC experience required and will require a checkoff class.
- Bed Capacity: 44 beds, with staffing ratios of 1:3-5 during days and 1:4-7 at night.
Additional Notes
The unit treats travelers as their own, with experienced leadership. No Covid-19 vaccine is currently required.
Submission
Required certifications must be attached upon submittal.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Pay Package
The 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.