Travel Medical/Surgical Nurse - $2,203 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Jobs in Altoona, Pennsylvania

Discover rewarding travel nursing jobs as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) in Altoona, PA! Join our healthcare team on the T11 Med Surg unit and make a significant impact on patient care while experiencing the vibrant Altoona community. Altoona is renowned for its scenic landscapes, friendly neighborhoods, and excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation in central Pennsylvania—making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking travel RN assignments.

Med/Surg RN Job Details

• Location: Altoona, PA 16601 (Central Pennsylvania nursing jobs)
• Assignment Length: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: December 8, 2025
• End Date: March 8, 2026
• Unit: T11 Med Surg
• Shift: 12-hour shifts (Day and Night shifts available)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Employment Type: Travel RN position
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1880 - $2020

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license (Pennsylvania nursing license preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience
• Current and valid BLS certification
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Med/Surg RN Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate care to adult patients on the Med/Surg unit
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions and responses to treatment
• Administer medications and perform prescribed treatments
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families about health conditions and post-discharge care
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment in accordance with hospital policies

Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance your travel nursing career in Altoona, Pennsylvania!

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Planet Healthcare Job ID #433073. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg

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