What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Med Surg RN - $1,861 per week position at Thrive Staffing?
Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Garden City, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Medical Surgical unit. The RN will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, focusing on a variety of medical conditions and surgical interventions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and provide care to patients with common diagnoses including Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), hypertension, chest pain, COPD, asthma, pneumonia, pancreatitis, bowel obstructions, gastrointestinal bleeding, and acute renal failure.
- Monitor patient vital signs and administer medications and treatments as prescribed, including titrating drips for analgesics, anticoagulants, and antihypertensives.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.
- Document patient care accurately in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Participate in unit meetings and training sessions as required.
- Float to other areas as needed based on departmental requirements.
Qualifications
- Current RN license in the state of practice.
- Must have at least 2 years of nursing experience.
- Certifications required: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA).
- Experience with NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) is preferred.
- Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks at once.
Work Schedule
This position requires working night shifts with a commitment to a minimum of six weekend shifts within a six-week scheduling period. Participation in holiday scheduling is also expected.
Unit Information
- Unit Type: Medical Surgical
- Bed Count: 32
- Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:4
- Nurse Aide Ratio: 1:5
- Available Equipment: CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow, and vents.
Additional Information
The position includes a self-scheduling and block scheduling option. Orientation and training will be provided, and all clinicians are expected to be present during the designated week of orientation.
Thrive Staffing Job ID #19274388. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Med/Tele,19:00:00-07:00:00
About Thrive StaffingAt the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
Salary : $1,861