What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job position at Healthforce?
RN - Med Surg/Ortho (C3) - Nights in Lewiston, Maine. This travel nursing assignment involves working in a hospital setting on the Post Surgical unit with a Med Surg/Ortho focus. Start date is 04/13/2026 for a 13-week assignment, with a weekly pay range of $2,607 to $2,845 per week. Shift is Nights, 4x12-hour blocks. The role centers on direct and indirect patient care, following the nursing process to support recovery and discharge planning. This is a travel‑temporary assignment.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,607–$2,845 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 4x12-hour blocks (7:00 pm–7:00 am)
- Start date: 04/13/2026
- Orientation: Up to 16 hours unpaid
- Location: Lewiston, Maine; hospital setting
- Notes: Facility may cancel up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract; candidate must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the assignment
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct and indirect patient care in the Post Surgical unit, applying the nursing process across a Med Surg/Ortho patient population
- Assess patients on admission and throughout the stay; involve patients and caregivers in care planning and update plans as needed
- Administer IV medications, IV therapy, and blood products per clinical standards and policies
- Monitor patient status, document assessments, and escalate changes to the care team as appropriate
- Maintain patient safety, including competency in restraint and seclusion as required, monitoring and reassessing as needed
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care and effective discharge planning
Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse license in good standing
- BLS certification required
- Experience: 1 year of nursing experience preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced Post Surgical/Med Surg/Ortho unit and on a nights schedule
- Candidate must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the assignment location
- Licensure verification must be clean; licensure findings may disqualify a candidate
- Education: not specified in notes; standard RN credentialing applies
Benefits and Support
- Up to 16 hours of unpaid orientation
- 13-week travel assignment with hospital-based support
- Ongoing recruiter and assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
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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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Salary : $2,607 - $2,845