Travel Med Surg Nurse Jobs
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- up to $5,178/wk
- $2,137/wk avg
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Travel Nurse RN - Manager, Med Surg
- Rochester, MN
- 5x8 hrs
- Flexible
$5,178/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
- Kindred Hospital - San Francisco Bay Area
- San Leandro, CA
- 5x12 hrs
- Nights
$4,722/wkEstimated pay package
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Rochester, NY
- 5x12 hrs
- Evenings
- Referral Bonus
$4,501/wk
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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Brooklyn, NY
- 5x8 hrs
- Evenings
- Referral Bonus
$4,243/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Rochester, NY
- 4x12 hrs
- Days
- Referral Bonus
$4,219/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- San Francisco, CA
- 4x12 hrs
- Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,807/wkEstimated pay package
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Brighton, MA
- 4x12 hrs
- Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,558/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Blythe, CA
- 3x12 hrs
- Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,433/wkEstimated pay package
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
- Burlington, VT
- 4x12 hrs
- Nights
$3,260/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
- Plattsburgh, NY
- 4x12 hrs
- Days
$3,245/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
- Plattsburgh, NY
- 4x12 hrs
- Nights
$3,245/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Grand Forks, ND
- 4x12 hrs
- Days, Nights, Flexible
- Referral Bonus
$3,218/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Hamilton, NY
- 3x12 hrs
- Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,196/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Grand Forks, ND
- 4x12 hrs
- Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,192/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Needham, MA
- 4x12 hrs
- Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,184/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Malone, NY
- 4x12 hrs
- Evenings
- Referral Bonus
$3,179/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Middlebury, VT
- 6x8 hrs
- Days
- Referral Bonus
$3,140/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Lakeland, FL
- 3x12 hrs
- Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,133/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
- San Francisco, CA
- 3x12 hrs
- Nights
$3,132/wkEstimated pay package
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- San Francisco, CA
- 3x12 hrs
- Nights
$3,132/wkEstimated pay package
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Indianapolis, IN
- 4x10 hrs
- Days
- Referral Bonus
$3,128/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
- Erie, PA
- 3x12 hrs
- Days, Nights, Flexible
- Referral Bonus
$3,108/wk
Travel Med Surg Nurse FAQs
How much do travel Travel Med Surg jobs pay?
For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, June 6th 2023, the average weekly salary for a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse is $2,134, but can pay up to $5,178 per week.
- min - $474
- avg - $2,134
- max - $5,178
What are the best agencies for Travel Med Surg jobs?
The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Med Surg jobs are TotalMed Staffing (1228), Trustaff (999), and PRN Healthcare (906).
What is a Medical Surgical Nurse?
Medical-surgical Nursing, also known as ‘med-surg’, is a nursing specialty that makes up the foundation of nursing. In fact, many sub-specialties of nursing require that you have prior med-surg experience. Med-surg nurses are responsible for taking care of patients with acute medical issues, as well as those requiring surgical intervention, however, the med-surg umbrella term can often apply to any nurse not working in a specific specialty.
What does a medical surgical nurse do?
Med-surg nurses monitor their patients for acute changes in physical condition, vitals signs, or lab values. These nurses prioritize patient safety, educate patients and families, mobilize patients, and monitor and administer a patient’s medication regimen. Med-surg nurses also need to know how to delegate tasks to ancillary staff, as well as chart accurate and complete documentation for their patients.
According to the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing, med-surg nurses ‘provide care 24/7 and have more facetime with patients than any other professional in the hospital.’ It is also one of the most common travel nursing specialties.
Where do med-surg nurses work?
Med-surg RNs can be found in acute and sub-acute settings such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. As a med-surg travel nurse, you are expected to work in a variety of settings with similar acuity levels. Med-surg nurses can work on general hospital floors like neuro, trauma, general surgery, oncology, cardiac, and many other areas of care. These nurses are working in a specialty, but are considered med-surg unless there is special monitoring or technology that requires additional training or certification.
How do I become a Medical Surgical Travel Nurse?
To become a med-surg travel nurse, you need at least 1.5 to 2 years of experience in the setting you wish to work. You must have at least an Associates Degree in Nursing, and have graduated from an accredited nursing school with subsequent passing of the NCLEX or equivalent (if you were trained abroad, requirements vary by state). Med-surg nurses are required to have their Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Nurses are advised to get their Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) before traveling, but it is not always a requirement.
Med-surg travel nurses are expected to have a wide knowledge base and be able to practice in almost any type of med-surg setting. In a hospital setting, travel nurses are frequently floated between all of the med-surg units within the hospital or healthcare system. Med-surg travel nurses need to be flexible and adaptable in their practice.
What is a typical Medical Surgical Nurse salary?
According to BLS data, the median annual wage for a med-surg RN was $73,300. Employment is expected to grow by 12 percent through 2028, which is exponentially faster than the average rate of growth for all other occupations (five percent). Demand is expected to increase due to an aging population, and greater need for nursing staff in care centers like hospitals, chemotherapy clinics, rehabilitation facilities, and in peri-op arenas.
In terms of weekly pay, the medical-surgical specialty ranked 72 out of 82 nursing specialties based on Vivian salary data for the past year. Last year, states like California and New Jersey had the highest average salaries for travel med surg jobs.
For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, June 6th 2023, the average weekly salary for a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse is $2,134, but can pay up to $5,178 per week. This includes non-taxable compensation like stipends for housing, meals, and incidentals.
What certifications are commonly held by Medical Surgical nurses?
Which certifications are best for Medical Surgical nurses?
Some healthcare employers may prefer medical surgical nurse job candidates with Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC), AHNCC - Nurse Coach-Board Certified (NC-BC) or Certified Transcultural Nurse (CTN), and some may even require specific professional certifications.
How does having a Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC) increase my value as a Medical Surgical nurse job candidate?
Having a Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC) validates your knowledge and skills as a medical surgical nurse and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.
How does having a AHNCC - Nurse Coach-Board Certified (NC-BC) increase my value as a Medical Surgical nurse job candidate?
Having a AHNCC - Nurse Coach-Board Certified (NC-BC) validates your knowledge and skills as a medical surgical nurse and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.
How does having a Certified Transcultural Nurse (CTN) increase my value as a Medical Surgical nurse job candidate?
Having a Certified Transcultural Nurse (CTN) validates your knowledge and skills as a medical surgical nurse and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.
What degrees might help further my career as a Medical Surgical nurse?
Medical surgical nurses may need a Bachelor of Science with Nursing Major (BS) or Bachelor of Professional Studies with a concentration in Nursing (BPS) to improve their chance of getting hired or further their careers. Certain degrees may even be required before entering the field. Medical surgical nurses residing in Australia may benefit financially from pursuing a Bachelor of Health Science (BHSc Nsg).
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