Travel Contract

Med Surg RN
State College, PA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$1,966/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,966/week

Description

Travel Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – State College, Pennsylvania

Join a travel nursing team in State College, PA and provide bedside care in a fast-paced adult medical-surgical and orthopedic unit. This 13-week Med/Surg RN assignment is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who values collaboration, patient-centered care, and the opportunity to work in a welcoming college town with access to outdoor recreation.

Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,750 - $1,840
  • Employment Type: Travel RN
  • Specialty: Medical-Surgical RN, Med/Surg Ortho, Adult Med-Surg
  • Setting: Medical-Surgical Unit
  • Location: State College, Pennsylvania
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM
  • Schedule: Every other weekend
  • Hours: 36 guaranteed hours per week

Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse license in the state of Pennsylvania
  • Minimum of 2 years of recent RN experience required
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
  • Experience in medical-surgical nursing, orthopedic care, or adult inpatient care preferred
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work professionally with patients, families, and healthcare team members
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment
  • Calm, compassionate, and tactful approach when caring for acutely ill patients

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
  • Deliver safe, effective care to adult med-surg and orthopedic patients
  • Monitor patient conditions and respond appropriately to changes in status
  • Support the Unit Director/Manager and collaborate with charge nurses, supervisors, and clinical leadership as needed
  • Promote clear communication and coordination among patients, families, and staff
  • Maintain a professional, patient-centered approach in a busy medical-surgical setting

Why This Travel Nursing Job?

  • Work in a supportive Med/Surg nursing environment
  • Gain valuable travel nurse experience in Pennsylvania healthcare
  • Enjoy a consistent night shift schedule with guaranteed hours
  • Be part of a collaborative clinical team focused on quality patient care

Apply now for this Travel Med-Surg RN opportunity in State College, Pennsylvania, and take the next step in your healthcare career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #506355. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

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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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