Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,845 per week

First Connect Health
  • Little Rock, AR
  • $1,845 Per Week
1 day ago

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Med Surg
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/26/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

DAY-SHIFT MED/SURG FLOAT POOL RN CONTRACT – CHI ST. VINCENT INFIRMARY

First Connect Health has an immediate 13-week travel contract opening for an experienced Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg) Registered Nurse (RN) in Little Rock, Arkansas. Operating within the acute inpatient Med/Surg service line (128 total beds across 5 units) at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary—a prominent 600-bed Level II Trauma Center—this position features a structured 3x12 daytime schedule (07:00 AM - 19:00 PM / 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM). NO ON-CALL REQUIRED! NO MANDATORY HOLIDAYS! This role floats across Med/Onc, two surgical units, and two medical units, providing comprehensive bedside nursing care for complex adult post-op and chronic disease admissions. If you are an acute care nurse with large-hospital experience looking to earn $1,845/week on a dependable day shift in Central Arkansas, this contract is built for you!

PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE

  • Weekly Gross: $1,845.00
  • Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,125.00
  • Hourly W2 Rate: $20.00/hr (36 regular hours)
  • Overtime Rate: $30.00/hr

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS

  • Schedule: Day shifts, 3x12-Hours (07:00 AM - 19:00 PM / 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM). Block scheduling is not offered; staff assigned to pods based on facility need.
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 regular hours guaranteed weekly.
  • Contract Duration: 13 weeks.
  • Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend (EOW) rotation.
  • On-Call & Holidays:NO ON-CALL REQUIRED! NO HOLIDAY REQUIREMENT!
  • Facility & Division: CHI St. Vincent Infirmary (600 beds, Level II Trauma Center) / Med/Surg Float Pool (128 beds total).
  • Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: Standard 1:6 ratio (Total care environment; occasional PCT/CNA assistance varies).
  • Floating Scope: Floats between Med/Onc, 2 surgical units, and 2 medical units.
  • Clinical Scope & Patient Population: Surgical recovery (colorectal, hepatobiliary, bariatric, general, orthopedic surgery) and medical conditions (diabetes, heart disease, COPD exacerbations, kidney disease, acute GI diagnoses). No drip titration required; remote telemetry monitoring with only occasional strip verification.
  • EMR System & Uniform: Cerner (transitioning to Epic in November 2026); Scrub color is Navy Blue.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION

  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of dedicated acute care Med/Surg clinical nursing experience in a mid-to-large hospital setting (>250 beds).
  • Licensure: Active Arkansas RN License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal.
  • Certifications Required:
    • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
  • Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted; BSN not required.

✨ WORK WITH FIRST CONNECT HEALTH Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized inpatient nursing recruitment team. We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate document checklist mapping, and fast-track your profile straight to the Medical Solutions account representative for prioritized facility review!

Click "Apply Now" to complete your screening and secure your October 12th start date!

Location Details: Assignment is located at CHI St. Vincent Infirmary, 2 St. Vincent Circle, Little Rock, AR 72205 (Dept: Med/Surg Float Pool / Division of Nursing). ⏱️ Assignment Timeline: 13-week contract running from October 12, 2026, through January 11, 2027 (Job ID: 1182186 / Medical Solutions). No Call / No Holidays: Requisition confirms no standby call and no holiday working requirement. Floating Agreement: Candidate must agree to float across Med/Onc, 2 medical units, and 2 surgical units at a 1:6 ratio (total care model). Submittal Rules & Compliance: Active AR or Compact RN license must be attached at initial submittal (license in-hand required). Current AHA BLS card must be active and uploaded with the packet. Verified experience in high-bed-count facilities must be reflected on the resume. Uniform requirement: Solid Navy Blue scrubs. Facility Cancellation Policy: Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week contract. All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet.

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Numbers & Facts

LocationLittle Rock, AR

Skills

  • Accounts Receivableunmatched
  • Acute Careunmatched
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)unmatched
  • Cernerunmatched
  • Chronic Diseaseunmatched
  • Clinical Nursingunmatched
  • Diabetesunmatched
  • Diseaseunmatched
  • Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Epic Systemsunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Hospitalunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Kidney Diseaseunmatched
  • Medical Conditionsunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • On Callunmatched
  • Orthopedic Surgeryunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • RMONunmatched
  • Recruiting/Staffing Agencyunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Standards of Careunmatched
  • Surgical Proceduresunmatched
  • Telemetryunmatched
  • The Joint Commission (TJC)unmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Titrationunmatched

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