World Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Hilo, Hawaii.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
We’re now hiring qualified candidates nationwide and welcoming applicants from multiple states. Whether you’re local or traveling from out of state, enjoy weekly pay plus a competitive housing stipend and travel allowance designed to make your transition smooth and rewarding.
Position Overview
We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) for a Medical / Adult Med-Surg Unit on the night shift. This contract role requires strong clinical judgment, flexibility with scheduling, and the ability to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced acute care environment.
Contract Details
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights
- Schedule: Approximately 36 hours per week following completion of orientation
- Flexibility Required: Variable shift lengths and workdays; no guaranteed hours or shift preference
- Holiday Coverage: Required
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult medical patients
- Perform assessments, administer medications, and carry out physician-ordered treatments
- Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes appropriately
- Utilize hospital equipment and EMR systems to document care accurately
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards
Unit Information
- Unit Type: Medical / Adult Med-Surg
- Bed Capacity: 77 beds
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio:
- Days/Eves: 1 RN : 6 patients
- Nights: 1 RN : 8 patients
Equipment & Technology
- Meditech EMR
- Pyxis medication dispensing system
- Wound vac systems
- Chest tubes
Floating Requirements
- May be required to float to additional units, including Cardiovascular and Laulima units
Orientation & Training
- Unit-specific orientation provided prior to independent practice
Required Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years (up to 10 years accepted) of acute care nursing experience
- License:
- Active Hawaii RN license required by assignment start
- Candidates without an active HI license must apply upon offer acceptance
- Certifications:
- BLS required
- ACLS required
Health & Compliance Requirements
- Proof of flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required
- Flu vaccination may be completed during employee health clearance
Dress Code
- Professional nursing attire required
Additional Notes
- Candidate must arrive prior to assignment start to complete employee health clearance and onboarding requirements
Applications will be accepted only from candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and hold the necessary certifications.
About World Nurses
World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled
healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with
opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We
believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our
business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in
placement.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Relocation bonus
