Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Overview

This travel assignment centers on obstetric care with labor & delivery, postpartum, and recovery, with occasional float to the med-surg floor when obstetric patients are not present. The role includes night shifts, with every third weekend rotation, in a high-volume, fast-paced inpatient environment.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,356-$2,507 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, every third weekend
• Start date: 08/17/2026
• Care setting: acute-care/inpatient obstetric-focused unit with float to med-surg as needed

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for obstetric and med-surg patients on assigned units, including labor & delivery, postpartum, and recovery
• Maintain monitoring of maternal and fetal status; administer medications and perform routine postpartum assessments and newborn care as appropriate
• Assist with labor, delivery, and recovery procedures; support patient education for prenatal, postpartum, and newborn care
• Float to the med-surg floor when obstetric patients are not available; collaborate with the care team to ensure seamless transitions of care
• Document care activities, updates, and patient responses in the electronic health record; participate in care planning and discharge readiness

Requirements

• Active RN license in Iowa or multi-state licensure valid for practice in the assignment location
• OB-focused clinical experience (labor & delivery, postpartum, recovery) preferred; willingness to train and adapt to obstetric workflows
• Ability to float to med-surg units as needed and to work nights with weekend rotation
• Strong communication, teamwork, and bedside assessment skills
• Current BLS certification required; additional obstetric-focused credentials are a plus

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours and competitive weekly pay for the duration of the assignment
• 24/7 recruiter and travel support for the assignment
• Fast credentialing process to help you start promptly
• Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
• Nationwide travel opportunities and potential extension options

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.