Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,181 per week in Hilo, HI

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Float Pool

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Registered Nurse for a Medical Surgical Float Pool position in Hilo, Hawaii. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population across various medical and surgical units within an acute care hospital setting.

The successful candidate will float primarily between the Medical Unit (77 beds, 1:6 day/evening ratio, 1:8 night ratio) and the Surgical Acute (Laulima) Unit (18 beds, 1:6 ratio), with occasional assignments to the Cardiovascular Unit (15 beds, 1:4 ratio). This position offers an opportunity to gain broad experience while contributing to a dynamic healthcare team.

Orientation time will be provided for each unit to ensure a smooth transition and competency in diverse patient care environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, for medical and surgical patients.
• Float to various units, including Medical, Surgical Acute (Laulima), and occasionally Cardiovascular, adapting quickly to different patient populations and unit workflows.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
• Monitor patient conditions, interpret vital signs, and document all observations and interventions accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, other nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide critical care interventions as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe patient environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
• Ability to float to Medical, Surgical Acute (Laulima), and Cardiovascular units as needed.
• Documented proof of immunity; medical and religious exemption requests will not be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Competency in Procedural Sedation.
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification.
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification.

Skills & Competencies

• Clinical Skills: Comprehensive patient assessment, medication administration, wound care (including wound vac management), chest tube management, IV insertion and maintenance, EKG interpretation.
• Equipment Proficiency: Meditech EMR, Pyxis automated dispensing system.
• Soft Skills: Strong critical thinking, excellent communication (verbal and written), adaptability, problem-solving, teamwork, compassion, and ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Day Shift (AM)
• Hours: 0645 to 1915 (12-hour shifts)
• Days per Week: 3 days per week, totaling 36 scheduled hours following the first week of orientation.
• Contract Length: 15 weeks
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
• Please note: There is no guarantee of hours.

Licensing Requirements

• Active, unencumbered Hawaii Registered Nurse (RN) license required by the start of the assignment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.