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Direct Hire RN Traveler (Float, Orthopedics, and ED opportunities available)

South County Health
Wakefield, RI Contractor
POSTED ON 10/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2027

South County Health is an independent, nonprofit healthcare system serving southern Rhode Island for more than 100 years, offering comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and home health services. South County Hospital is the only hospital in the Northeast—and one of just 19 nationwide—to have earned five-star CMS ratings for both Overall Hospital Quality and Patient Experience. The system has also earned several A grades from The Leapfrog Group for quality and patient safety, along with a five-star HCAHPS rating.

As a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, South County Health clinicians have special access to Mayo Clinic knowledge, expertise, and resources, including opportunities to consult with Mayo Clinic specialists, access clinical tools, and participate in education and professional development. These tools and resources complement our clinicians' local expertise and support high-quality, patient-centered care close to home, at no additional cost. South County Health combines this clinical excellence with a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, and PTO), professional development opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance.

Job Overview
We are delighted to announce that we are offering a Direct Hire Traveler Program for experienced nurses! This program will offer premium rates and the chance for you to utilize your nursing skills in targeted specialties within South County Health. Experienced RNs will commit to 13-week float assignments with a commitment to work 36 hours/week across our Emergency Department, Float, and Orthopedic floors.

As a Direct Hire Traveler Nurse, you will be responsible for coordinating total nursing care for patients, participates in patient and family teaching, and provides leadership by working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary approach in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Provides comprehensive care for the life span of patients, from infants to geriatrics. Effectively delivers patient care through Nursing Process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, Implementation and Evaluation.

What you’ll need to qualify:

  • Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island
  • Minimum 3 years of acute care experience
  • Valid BLS from American Safety/American Heart Association
  • Willingness to float to the units stated above
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including nights

What is in it for you!

  • Premium Pay
  • $75/hour
  • Variety of Practice Settings
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Minimum Commitment
  • Wonderful location close to our beautiful beaches!

*This is a non-benefited opportunity

Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract, Temporary

Pay: From $75.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75

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