Med/Surg | Registered Nurse

Travel Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Observation Unit Night Shift Contract | Newburgh, Indiana

Join a collaborative observation team as a Travel Med-Surg Registered Nurse providing high-quality care to adult patients with acute and complex medical needs. This 12-hour night-shift nursing contract is based in Newburgh, Indiana, a welcoming Ohio River community with scenic surroundings, historic charm, and convenient access to the greater Evansville area. Enjoy a supportive team environment, strong LPN and CNA collaboration, guaranteed weekly hours, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a 32-bed observation unit.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: Newburgh, Indiana, near Evansville
• Specialty: Travel Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Unit: 32-bed Observation Unit
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours per week
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse contract
• Anticipated Start: Fall 2026
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,030
• Weekend Requirement: Three weekends within each six-week schedule
• Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday
• Floating: May float within the nurse’s skill set to nearby affiliated campuses, with advance notice for cross-campus assignments
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs without competing health-system or agency logos

Med-Surg Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license; compact license required
• Associate degree in nursing or nursing certificate
• At least 2 years of strong Medical-Surgical nursing experience
• At least 1 previous travel nursing assignment
• Trauma Level II experience preferred and may be required for consideration
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• Current NIHSS certification
• Recent Epic electronic health record (EHR) experience, including successful completion of a system checkoff
• Strong patient assessment, prioritization, communication, and critical-thinking skills
• Adaptability, resilience, reliability, and a collaborative approach to patient care
• Willingness to participate in a clinical interview and support students or newly hired staff when needed

Travel RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to observation and Medical-Surgical patients during overnight shifts
• Care for patients presenting with chest pain, abdominal or flank pain, CVA/TIA symptoms, generalized weakness, and placement-related needs
• Perform focused and comprehensive nursing assessments, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns appropriately
• Administer medications and manage stable drips, including heparin, Lasix, and Protonix, according to orders and policy
• Initiate and maintain peripheral IV access and complete required clinical interventions
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in Epic
• Collaborate with providers, LPNs, CNAs, patients, and families to coordinate effective patient care
• Float within the nurse’s competency and adapt to changing patient-care priorities across nearby campuses when requested
• Promote a positive team culture while maintaining excellent patient-care standards in a fast-paced observation and Medical-Surgical setting

Why Choose This Indiana Travel Nursing Opportunity?

• Work with an experienced, supportive nursing team and excellent LPN and CNA resources
• Build valuable experience caring for a diverse observation and Medical-Surgical patient population
• Enjoy a consistent night-shift schedule with guaranteed weekly hours
• Contribute to a teaching environment that values teamwork, professional growth, and knowledge sharing
• Experience the welcoming Newburgh, Indiana community with easy access to Evansville-area amenities

Apply now to join this supportive healthcare team as a Travel Med-Surg Registered Nurse in Newburgh, Indiana.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.