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Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

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Hilo, HI

Staffing partner

RN · ICU

Posted Jun 18

Shift
8-hour days
Hours a week
40
Unit
Med-Surg
Contract
13 weeks

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
8-hour days · 5 a week · 40 hours
Term
13 weeks · starts Jun 1, 2026 · Travel
Practice
Epic charting
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Staffing partner
Healthforce

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

About this role

Overview Registered Nurse, Med Surg (Travel) – Hilo, Hawaii. This 13-week travel assignment starts on 06/01/2026 and offers a weekly pay range of $2,395–$2,516 per week. Shift: 5x8 Days. Setting: hospital-based med/surg unit with 18 semi-private bays. The role requires proficiency with Epic EMR and a commitment to safe, patient-centered care. Candidates must coordinate with the provider team and arrive the Thursday prior to the start date to complete employee health requirements.

Key Highlights

  • Weekly pay: $2,395–$2,516 per week
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Day shift, 5 days per week
  • Location: Hilo, Hawaii
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  • Setting: Med/Surg unit on a hospital floor
  • Epic EMR proficiency required
  • Start date: 06/01/2026
  • No guaranteed hours stated; be prepared for assignment-based scheduling

Responsibilities

  • Independently administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and injections per provider orders; access port-a-caths, PICCs, and Hickman catheters; perform venipuncture and dressings for ports, PICCs, and Hickman lines; conduct labs via ports/PICCs/Hickmans.
  • Maintain accurate, concise records of patient condition, treatments, medications, and responses to therapy; monitor intravenous therapies and patient responses; escalate unusual findings to the Medical Oncologist or Nurse Practitioner and initiate emergency actions when necessary.
  • Verify informed consent prior to administering chemotherapy; ensure proper handling, administration, and disposal of hazardous drugs; use appropriate PPE and maintain a safe clinical environment.
  • Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding medications, expected responses and side effects, disease process, nutrition, activity, and adjustments related to therapy.
  • Maintain charting accuracy in Epic EMR and collaborate with the broader care team to support comprehensive patient care.
  • Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, infection control practices, and safety standards; participate in ongoing quality and safety initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

  • Active RN license in Hawaii or eligible for licensure in Hawaii.
  • Experience in hospital med/surg care; oncology infusion experience or port access skills are advantageous.
  • Ability to administer chemotherapy and related therapies, including proper handling of hazardous drugs and PPE usage.
  • Proficiency with Epic EMR and strong documentation skills.
  • Must be able to arrive the Thursday before start date to complete employee health requirements; able to work the day shift on a 13-week assignment.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, adult inpatient setting and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits and Support

  • Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
  • 24/7 recruiter and travel support
  • Fast credentialing assistance
  • Potential extension opportunities
  • Housing assistance options
  • Nationwide assignments through the staffing network
  • Referral bonus opportunities (where applicable)

Find more opportunities If you would like to explore other openings available at Healthforce Healthcare LLC, please visit: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Pay disclaimer Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities. gTZ6b8jFrz

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Requirements

  • Active RN license in Hawaii or eligible for licensure in Hawaii.
  • Experience in hospital med/surg care; oncology infusion experience or port access skills are advantageous.
  • Ability to administer chemotherapy and related therapies, including proper handling of hazardous drugs and PPE usage.
  • Proficiency with Epic EMR and strong documentation skills.
  • Must be able to arrive the Thursday before start date to complete employee health requirements; able to work the day shift on a 13-week assignment.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, adult inpatient setting and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Place

City
Hilo, HI
Median rent
$1,427/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$81,779/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

State price level
10% above the national average

Hawaii index 110.0, where 100 is the national average.

Hilo sits on Hawaii's lush east side, where waterfalls and rainforest meet small-town island life. Nurses relocating here find a tight-knit community, slower pace, and proximity to medical facilities serving the Big Island's rural populations.

Map showing the location of Hilo, HI
Approximate location in Hilo, HI. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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Healthforce is a travel nursing staffing agency based in Rochester, NY, that places registered nurses in temporary clinical assignments across multiple states. Assignments have been listed in locations such as Utica, NY and Salida, CO, indicating a multi-state operational footprint.…

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