Med/Surg | RN

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Travel Contract | Gainesville, FL (32608)

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-week travel contract in Gainesville, FL (32608). Seeking experienced Med/Surg or Travel RN with 2+ years bedside clinical experience in medical-surgical or surgical specialties.

Join a dynamic healthcare team in Gainesville, Florida, as a Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) Travel RN. Gainesville, located in the heart of North Central Florida, offers a welcoming community, outdoor recreation, cultural events, and proximity to top-rated universities—ideal for travel nursing and Florida nursing jobs.

Job Details

• Location: Gainesville, FL 32608
• Job Title: Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) / Travel RN
• Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Nurse)
• Division: Nursing – Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg)
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour days; 3 shifts per week
• Hours per Week: 36
• Openings: 2 Travel RN positions
• Start Date: March 30, 2026
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1640 - $1730/week

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the U.S.
• BLS Certification (required prior to first shift)
• ACLS Certification (required prior to first shift)
• Minimum of 2 years bedside clinical experience as an RN (Med/Surg experience preferred)
• Experience in Med/Surg or related specialties (Thoracic Surgery, Surgical Pathology, Sub-Acute, Pediatric PACU, Pediatric OR) is a plus

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments within 8 hours of patient admission following med-surg nursing standards
• Develop individualized care plans and identify patient and family teaching needs
• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately and in a timely manner
• Participate in patient rehabilitation programs and interdisciplinary team conferences to support continuity of care
• Initiate discharge planning and patient teaching beginning at admission
• Communicate changes in patient status to the care team to ensure patient safety and continuity
• Supervise and provide direction to ancillary nursing personnel and support staff
• Promote patient and employee safety by adhering to hospital policies, infection control, and safety procedures
• Contribute positively to team building and a professional, supportive work environment
• Assume charge nurse responsibilities as needed for unit coordination and staffing
• Engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education relevant to medical-surgical nursing

Why apply: This Gainesville travel nursing opportunity is ideal for Med/Surg RNs seeking a 13-week travel contract in Florida. Work with a collaborative care team, expand your clinical skills, and enjoy the lifestyle benefits of Gainesville.

Apply now to join our travel nursing team in Gainesville, FL. Immediate start date: March 30, 2026. Join our healthcare team today!

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.