First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)
Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
Department: MedSurg 3CC
Unit Size: 30 Beds
Certifications: BLS Required
Interview Process: Profile Review + Manager Interview
Scrubs: Any Color
Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) to join the MedSurg 3CC team. This 30-bed unit provides care to a diverse surgical and medical patient population, with a strong focus on postoperative care and recovery.
The unit offers a close-knit team environment and values strong communication, flexibility, collaboration, and quality patient care.
Patient Population
Common patient populations and procedures include:
- Total joint replacements
- Spinal surgery
- Urology procedures
- Abdominal surgery, including laparoscopic appendectomy and bowel resection
- Bariatric patients
- Medical overflow
- Colostomies
- Patients with Hemovac and JP drains
Note: GYN patients are cared for on the maternity unit, while cardiac MS/Telemetry patients are managed on the appropriate cardiac unit.
Staffing & Ratios
RN-to-Patient Ratios:
Support Staff:
- Nurse Aides/PCTs available
- Approximately 1 PCT per 12 patients
A Charge Nurse is available on both shifts. The night Charge Nurse may occasionally take a low-acuity assignment.
Required Certification
Experience & Skills
- Surgical experience preferred
- Postoperative nursing experience preferred
- Early ambulation experience preferred
- First-time travelers are welcome
- Strong MedSurg clinical and assessment skills
Clinical Care
- RNs are not required to titrate drips.
- Occasional therapies may include:
- Oxygen support may include nasal cannula.
- Respiratory Therapy handles respiratory treatments.
Telemetry
- Remote telemetry packs are utilized.
- Monitor Techs read and interpret telemetry.
- RNs are not required to independently interpret telemetry strips.
Schedule
- Day Shift: 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
- Night Shift: 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
- Schedule is created by the manager.
- For rotating day/night schedules, a 7–7 rotation will not occur more than once per week.
- Block scheduling may be considered based on unit staffing needs.
- Every other weekend required
- Holiday coverage required as needed.
Floating
Travelers may float to:
- Medical-Surgical
- Telemetry
When floating to Telemetry, support is available for rhythm/strip interpretation, while the RN will care for assigned medical patients.
Unit Expectations
- Bedside shift report is required/expected.
- Strong communication and teamwork are highly valued.
- The unit maintains a close-knit culture and collaborative work environment.
Traveler Requirements
- 50-mile radius rule applies.
- Candidates must be outside the 50-mile radius to qualify.
- Candidates may not currently be working full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity.
- RTO must be submitted upfront.
- Up to 7 days of RTO per 13-week contract may be considered.
- Additional RTO will not be approved after submission.
Interview Process
Profile Review + Manager Interview
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a flexible and team-oriented MedSurg RN with strong surgical/postoperative experience who is comfortable caring for a varied patient population and floating based on unit needs. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.
Akshay #1183582
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus