Medical Surgical Travel Nurse

CommonSpirit Health; Bryan (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Medical Surgical Travel Nurse. In this role, you will provide essential nursing care, guide healthcare personnel, and respond to patient needs. Enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits while traveling within a unified organization. Full-time positions offer flexible shifts and 13-week assignments with potential extensions.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of med/surg acute RN experience.
• Current, unencumbered RN license in practicing state(s) or a compact license.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement nursing care plans ensuring patient comfort.
• Guide healthcare personnel in patient care.
• Perform emergency procedures when necessary.

Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Procedures

Communication

Education

ADN or Nursing Diploma

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

IV Pumps

Monitoring Equipment

Job description

Join to apply for the Medical Surgical Travel Nurse role at CommonSpirit Health.

• Assesses plans and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort.
• Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families.
• Guides and directs healthcare personnel (e.g., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (e.g., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, drainage devices). Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms.
• Initiates emergency support measures (e.g., cardiopulmonary resuscitation) to protect patients from injury.
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (e.g., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, hygiene).

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement nursing care plans ensuring patient comfort.
• Respond to informational and emotional needs of patients and families.
• Guide healthcare personnel in patient care.
• Maintain knowledge of medical equipment and safety protocols.
• Perform emergency procedures when necessary.
• Assist with daily patient care activities.

Why Join Our Travel Program

• Contribute to establishing the foundation of the CommonSpirit Travel Program.
• Participate in shaping program practices.
• Work with a Program Director who is also a nurse.
• Travel within a unified organization sharing common mission, vision, and values.
• Receive competitive compensation, including base pay, benefits, and stipends for travel/housing.
• Qualify for additional pay (shift differential, overtime, extra shifts).
• Full-time positions with flexible shifts (days, nights, weekends).
• Assignments are typically 13 weeks, with potential extensions.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision insurance, FSA matching, retirement plans, paid vacation, tuition and adoption assistance, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of med/surg acute RN experience.
• ADN or Nursing Diploma.
• Current, unencumbered RN license in practicing state(s) or a compact license.
• Current BLS certification.
• Additional credentials may be required based on specialty and location.
• Specialty certifications are preferred; relevant competencies are required.

Preferred

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Overview

CommonSpirit Health is committed to building a healthier future through integrated health services, serving over 20 million patients annually across numerous facilities nationwide. We are dedicated to creating a just, equitable, and innovative healthcare system.

Pay Range

$25.00 - $81.25 per hour.