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Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Healthforce·San Luis Obispo County, California

$1,794 - $1,869/wk·Contract·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

Provide and coordinate nursing care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients within a hospital medical/surgical unit. Responsibilities include developing care plans, administering medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless care delivery.

Overview Registered Nurse, Med Surg — Templeton, California, United States. Travel - temporary assignment beginning 08/03/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,768–$1,837 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0.

Shift

3x12 nights. This assignment takes place on a medical/surgical unit within a hospital setting.

Key Highlights • Weekly pay

  • $1,768–$1,837 per week
  • Contract duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 3x12 nights (12-hour shifts)
  • Start date: 08/03/2026
  • Travel assignment on a medical/surgical unit
  • Guaranteed hours: 0.0

Responsibilities

  • Provide nursing care to patients on the medical/surgical unit during night shifts, including planning, coordination, and direct care.
  • Care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients with attention to age-related physiological, emotional, and cognitive needs.
  • Develop and implement care plans; monitor vital signs; manage medication dosages; recognize and respond to physiological changes; address psychosocial needs.
  • Document care and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to adjust plans as needed.
  • Orient, supervise, and delegate care responsibilities to ancillary personnel (e.g., CNAs) within scope of practice.
  • Ensure patient safety, adherence to standards of care, and compliant handoffs and charting.

Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse license in California
  • Ability to provide care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients on a med/surg unit
  • Strong assessment, planning, and documentation skills; proficiency with vital signs and medication administration
  • Experience coordinating care with CNAs/ancillary staff; capacity to delegate within scope
  • Availability for 12-hour night shifts and for a 13-week travel assignment starting 08/03/2026

Benefits

  • and Support - 24/7 recruiter and travel support
  • Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
  • Weekly pay processing

Find more opportunities To view other RN travel openings and apply, visit Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note

Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

  • Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple

match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

  • We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

  • Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

Posting details

Employment type
Contract
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$1,794 - $1,869/wk
Location
San Luis Obispo County, California
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Closes
Oct 13, 2026
Application
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Healthforce is hiring in San Luis Obispo County, California. This opening is listed as contract.

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California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.

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