TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Bismarck, North Dakota, 58501!
# Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Observation Unit – North Dakota
Start Date: November 9, 2026
Location: Bismarck, North Dakota
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, day/night rotation, every other weekend and holiday. 36-hour weekly guarantee. Hours of operation: 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM and 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM, Sunday through Saturday work week
Highlights:- Fast-paced 24-bed medical-surgical observation unit with high patient turnover (up to 12 admissions and 10 discharges per 12-hour shift)
- Level II Trauma Center with 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio maintained 24/7
- EPIC EMR system with computerized medication scanning and Acu-dose narcotic dispensing
- Diverse patient population including observation cases: chest pain, abdominal pain, post-surgical patients (hysterectomies, knee scopes, appendectomies, hernias), and infusion therapy patients
- Comprehensive orientation program including 2–3 preceptor shifts and classroom-based charting training
- May float to other medical-surgical areas following the same rotation schedule as permanent staff
Requirements:- Active North Dakota or Compact State RN license (willing to wait for licensure)
- Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Proficiency in pre- and post-operative patient care for observation-level acuity
- Strong skills in IV starts, dressing changes, Foley catheter placement, and general nursing competencies
- Excellent organizational skills to manage high patient turnover efficiently
- Permanent address must be located more than 80 miles from the facility
- Navy blue scrubs required; badge in/out at facility mandatory
Why It's a Great Opportunity:This position offers an excellent opportunity for nurses who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments where strong organizational skills and clinical expertise make a direct impact on patient outcomes. You'll work within a supportive team structure in an acute care setting at a Level II Trauma Center, caring for a diverse observation patient population while maintaining a safe staffing ratio. This role is ideal for clinicians seeking variety, professional growth, and the chance to develop advanced time-management and patient care coordination skills.