Travel Med Surg RN - $1,701 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical-Surgical Orthopedics

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week contract in the Medical-Surgical Orthopedics unit. This position involves working nights from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with rotating weekends.

Unit Information

• Location: East Wing, 4th Floor, City, State
• Number of Beds: 32
• Number of Staff: 50
• Patient Ratios:
  • 1:5 or 1:6 during the day shift
  • 1:6 or 1:7 during the night shift
• Type of Staff:
  • Day Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 6 Nurses, 3 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
  • Night Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 5 Nurses, 2 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
• Type of Equipment: PCA pumps, On-Q pumps, Hoyer lifts, traction, wound vacs.
• Electronic Medical Record: Meditech

Qualifications

• Must-Have:
  • Acute care experience, preferably in medical-surgical settings
  • Flexibility with scheduling
• Preferred:
  • Experience with Meditech charting
  • Proficient nursing skills, including NGT tube placement, IV placement, and Foley catheter management

Typical Procedures

• Neurosurgeries (including kyphoplasty, decompression, laminectomy)
• Fracture repairs/IM nailings
• General surgeries, including bariatric surgeries (gastric sleeve), bladder slings, and hysterectomies

Personality Fit

• Strong time management skills
• Upbeat and positive team player

Dress Code

Scrubs should be navy blue. Please ensure attire is professional and appropriate for the healthcare setting.

Awards and Recognition

• Multiple Unit of Distinction Awards
• PRISM Award

Additional Information

This is a competitive market, and we encourage applicants who can contribute positively to team dynamics. Opportunities for professional development and exposure to new medical technologies are available.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19483965. 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 Surg,19:00:00-07:00:00

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