Location: Portsmouth, NH
Profession: Registered Nurse
Posted: 6/3/2026
Salary: $2016.00/weekly
Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Nights
Job Details
Job Title
Travel RN – Medical Surgical (Night Shift / 13-Week Contract)
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | 13-Week Assignment | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a 27-bed surgical unit with a patient ratio of 5–6:1
- Care for post-operative patients including orthopedic (knees, hips, shoulder, cervical) and bariatric surgery cases
- Collaborate with a night shift team consisting of a Charge RN, staff RNs, and 2–3 LNAs
- Operate unit equipment including Hoyer lifts and CPM machines
- Float to Medical Oncology as needed per unit staffing requirements
- Fulfill weekend shift obligations per the 4-week schedule (4 weekend shifts per 4-week period)
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license must be in hand at time of submission
- Minimum 2 years of Med Surg experience in a hospital setting
- Current BLS certification
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members with a strong patient-focused approach
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience in orthopedics or bariatrics in addition to Med Surg background
- Familiarity with post-surgical patient populations and associated care protocols
Why Join Us
- Join a structured, team-oriented surgical unit with consistent staffing models and clear expectations
- Gain valuable travel nursing experience in a well-established acute care setting in coastal New Hampshire
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