Travel Contract

Med-Surg/Ortho RN
State College, PA
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,043/week
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Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,043/week

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Cancelation protection
  • Referral bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.
Required
    Work Experience
  • Registered Nurse (1 year)
    Other
  • Skills Checklist
  • Updated Resume

Description

Nursing Contract Opportunity

Location: State College, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

  • Provide professional nursing care based on current nursing knowledge using the nursing process.
  • Responsible for patient assessment, care planning, implementation of nursing measures, and evaluation of care effectiveness.
  • Serve as a liaison between patients and staff, supporting effective and harmonious communication.
  • Maintain a high level of professionalism, emotional tolerance, and sound judgment when interacting with patients, families, and co-workers.
  • Preference given to candidates with EPIC patient charting experience.

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of previous RN experience required.

Licenses and Certifications

  • Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Pennsylvania.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification meeting American Heart Association standards, with renewal every two years.

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to function effectively as a team member and communicate professionally at all times.

Prior Travel Experience

  • Not specified / not required.

Employer

PRIDE Health

4.0rating(80 reviews)

49 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health

5.0rating

Pros

Rose Cano is the BEST recruiter. Always there for me me and answers all my questions, promptly. Lucky to have her.

Cons

I haven’t had an issue yet.

Recommends working with PRIDE Health

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Review of PRIDE Health on Nov 19, 2025
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About
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$844–7,000/week
Jobs on Vivian5
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About State College, PA

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in State College, PA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly lower than the national average, making it relatively affordable.
  • Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 80-85°F and winter lows of 20-25°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available, and options can be found relatively easily, especially during non-peak times.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
  • Limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
  • State College is home to a large population of travel nurses due to the university and healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Numerous restaurants offering local fare, vibrant art and music scene, support for various sports due to the university, and abundant outdoor activities with nearby parks and mountains.
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