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Location: Hilo, Hawaii
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Flex RN role floating between various medical and surgical units including:
- Medical Unit
- Laulima Unit (Surgical Acute)
- Cardiovascular Unit (rarely)
Shift: 12-hour day shifts (06:45 to 19:15)
Scheduled 36 hours per week after orientation (no guaranteed hours)
Nurse-to-patient ratios:
- Medical Unit: 1:6 (days/evenings), 1:8 (nights)
- Laulima Unit: 1:6
- Cardiovascular Unit: 1:4
Equipment used: Meditech EMR, Pyxis, wound vac, chest tubes
Dress code: Professional nursing attire (clean scrubs)
Orientation provided for each unit

Must have an active Hawaii nursing license by the start of the assignment
Medical and religious exemption requests for immunity documentation will not be accepted
Specialty experience: 2 to 10 years nursing experience required (use higher end if uncertain)
Certifications required:
- BLS
- ACLS
- Preferred: PALS, Procedural Sedation, TNCC, ENPC
Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Must arrive the Thursday before the start date for an employee health appointment on Friday
Do not accept the start date if unable to arrive on time for this appointment

Facility

4.0rating(58 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Hilo Medical Center

5.0rating

Anonymous

ED - Emergency Department (RN)

Review of Hilo Medical Center on Nov 21, 2025

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ADDRESS1190 Waianuenue AvenueHilo, HI 96720

Cost of Living

Hilo's cost of living is higher than the national average, primarily due to the high cost of housing.
Wages may not match up with the higher cost of living, so it's important to budget accordingly.

Weather

Furnished Housing

Transportation

Demographics

Hilo has a diverse population, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include sun-related conditions due to the tropical climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Hilo due to its healthcare facilities and natural attractions.

Things to Do

Hilo offers a vibrant food scene with restaurants like Café Pesto, Ken's House of Pancakes, and Hilo Bay Café.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as snorkeling, surfing, and hiking.
The city also hosts attractions like Rainbow Falls, the Big Island Chocolate Festival, and the Hilo Farmers Market.

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