Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Independence, MO

Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care on a Medical/Surgical and Orthopedic unit during night shift hours. Opportunity to gain experience in a combined Med/Surg and Orthopedic unit within a well-established acute care setting.

Job Title

Travel RN – Med/Surg & Ortho (Nights)

Location

Independence, MO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13-Week Travel Assignment | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Medical/Surgical and Orthopedic unit during night shift hours
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients in accordance with facility protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes
• Monitor and document patient status, interventions, and responses to treatment throughout the shift
• Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and regulatory standards during the assignment

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in Missouri or a Compact state
• Minimum of 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Current BLS certification required
• Ability to begin assignment on or around December 14, 2026

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an Orthopedic nursing setting
• Experience working as a travel nurse in an acute care environment
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems

Why Join Us

• 48-hour weekly guarantee preferred, providing stability and consistency throughout your 13-week contract
• Opportunity to gain experience in a combined Med/Surg and Orthopedic unit within a well-established acute care setting