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Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

HealthForce Healthcare
Pagosa Springs, CO Contractor
POSTED ON 5/5/2026 CLOSED ON 6/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job position at HealthForce Healthcare?

Overview

Registered Nurse, Med Surg | Pagosa Springs, Colorado | Start 05/18/2026 | 13 weeks | $2,031-$2,131 per week | 36 guaranteed hours per week | Shift: 3x12-hour days | Travel assignment in a hospital setting

Key Highlights

  • Weekly pay: $2,031-$2,131 per week
  • Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
  • Contract duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts
  • Start date: 05/18/2026
  • Work setting: hospital-based Med Surg unit in Pagosa Springs, CO

Responsibilities

  • Deliver RN-level bedside care for Med Surg patients per physician orders and care plans
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop and modify care plans, document changes, and reassess patient status
  • Monitor for changes in condition; administer medications, IV therapies, oxygen, blood products, and other treatments; operate infusion pumps with accurate documentation
  • Document in Cerner EHR and use Care Compass to organize assessments, tasks, procedures, and patient education
  • Perform age-appropriate nursing care, interpret cardiac rhythms, and escalate concerns using SBAR as needed
  • Educate patients and families on disease process, treatments, medications, pain management, wound care, discharge planning, and follow-up care
  • Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary team to support continuity of care and reduce readmission risk
  • Maintain infection prevention practices and protect patient confidentiality; mentor junior staff as needed

Requirements

  • Current Colorado RN license in good standing
  • BLS for Healthcare Providers required
  • ACLS certification, or ability to complete the next available course within 3 months
  • PALS certification, or ability to complete the next available course within 3 months
  • Cerner EHR experience required; strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office and EHR systems)
  • Minimum of two years Med Surg experience strongly desired
  • BSN preferred but not required
  • Excellent communication skills in English; ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment

Benefits and Support

  • 24/7 recruiter and travel support
  • Dedicated support throughout the assignment
  • Competitive pay structure aligned to weekly range

Find more opportunities

If this role isn’t a fit, you can explore other RN Med Surg travel assignments and related postings with Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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