Medical Surgical RN
Lubbock, TX
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Join a 13-week night-shift travel nursing assignment in Lubbock, Texas, caring for adult and geriatric patients in a Level II Trauma Center and fast-paced acute-care setting. This Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse opportunity is ideal for an adaptable RN who excels at managing complex medical-surgical conditions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and improving patient outcomes. Enjoy Lubbock’s welcoming West Texas atmosphere, sunny skies, vibrant arts and dining, and outdoor activities.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,680–$1,770
• Location: Lubbock, Texas
• Healthcare Setting: Short-term acute care; Level II Trauma Center
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week
• Shift: 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.; 36 hours per week
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks, ending January 18, 2027
• Weekend Coverage: Weekend shifts are required and scheduled according to unit needs
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling may be available based on department requirements
• Floating: Flexibility to float between units and nearby affiliated facilities may be required

Medical-Surgical RN Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of recent Medical-Surgical Registered Nursing experience
• Current Registered Nurse license; compact license must be in hand at submission when applicable
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Experience using Epic electronic health records
• Competency caring for adult and geriatric patients in an acute-care setting
• Proficiency with IV therapy, central lines, PICC lines, ports, blood products, drains, wound care, tracheostomy care, chest tubes, feeding tubes, and oxygen therapy
• Ability to manage patients with complex medical-surgical needs, including renal failure, CVA, traumatic brain injury, bowel obstruction, substance withdrawal, and end-of-life or comfort-care needs
• Willingness to work required weekends and participate in three of five designated holidays when scheduled
• Two professional references covering at least one year of recent clinical experience

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric Medical-Surgical patients throughout the night shift
• Assess patient conditions, develop and update individualized care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes
• Administer medications and treatments safely while monitoring for changes in patient status
• Perform assessments and interventions related to respiratory support, IV access, central lines, PICC lines, chest tubes, surgical drains, wound vacs, ostomies, feeding tubes, and continuous bladder irrigation
• Recognize clinical deterioration and initiate appropriate interventions, including rapid response and code team activation
• Coordinate patient care with providers, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rehabilitation services, social services, radiology, phlebotomy, and other support teams
• Provide patient and family education, emotional support, discharge teaching, and compassionate end-of-life care when appropriate
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, medications, and patient responses in Epic
• Maintain a safe, organized, and collaborative care environment while following infection prevention and isolation precautions

Apply now for this Medical-Surgical travel nursing opportunity in Lubbock, Texas, and join a team dedicated to exceptional acute-care patient outcomes.

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