What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Tele Job position at Healthforce?
Registered Nurse – Med Surg Tele in Newport, VT. This travel assignment starts 05/04/2026 for 13 weeks, with 36 guaranteed hours per week on a nights schedule (7 p.m.–7 a.m.), consisting of 3x12-hour shifts and including every other weekend. The role is in a hospital setting that serves a rural community and supports traveling clinicians. Weekly pay ranges from $2,176 to $2,219, reflecting a competitive weekly rate for a 36-hour guaranteed program.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,176 - $2,219 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (7 p.m.–7 a.m.), includes every other weekend
- Start date: 05/04/2026
- Setting: Travel assignment in a Newport, VT area hospital
- Education/transition support: Quarterly education sessions and team onboarding support
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care for Med/Surg Tele patients, including monitoring, ongoing assessments, and timely response to changes in clinical condition
- Administer medications and IV therapies; assist with procedures and wound care as ordered
- Document accurately in the electronic health record; communicate plans of care with the interdisciplinary team and families
- Assume charge nurse duties as assigned; supervise patient care staff and coordinate unit operations during shifts
- Float to other units when needed; adapt to varying patient acuity and unit requirements
- Collaborate with physicians, case management, and ancillary teams to ensure safe discharge planning and continuity of care
Requirements
- Active RN license in Vermont or eligibility for VT licensure; BLS certification required
- 1 year of Med/Surg/Telemetry/Tele unit experience; travel nursing experience preferred
- Ability to work nights (7 p.m.–7 a.m.) and every other weekend; ability to float to other units; capability to perform charge nurse duties as needed
- ADN or BSN degree from an accredited program
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and documentation skills
- Proficient with electronic health records and effective in a fast-paced, team-based environment
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing
- Extension opportunities
- Quarterly department education sessions
- Competitive weekly pay
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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 : $2,176 - $2,219