Travel Med Surg Jobs
Travel Med Surg professionals provide specialized healthcare services across diverse clinical settings. BHS Workforce currently has 266 open travel Med Surg positions across 23 states and 64 cities. The highest-volume markets are Kansas (55), Georgia (51), Tennessee (24). Typical contracts run 13 weeks at 36 hours per week. The current shift mix is 73 day, 193 night.
Licensing & Credential Requirements
Kansas
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel Med Surg positions. Kansas is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Kansas without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Georgia
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel Med Surg positions. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Georgia without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Tennessee
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel Med Surg positions. Tennessee is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Tennessee without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Colorado
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel Med Surg positions. Colorado is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Colorado without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
California
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel Med Surg positions. California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state. Travel RNs must obtain an individual California RN license before starting an assignment. Apply through the California Board of Registration in Nursing well before your start date. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Pay Overview
Based on 265 of 266 current travel Med Surg assignments nationwide.
Travel Med Surg pay ranges from $1,798 to $3,000 per week, with a median of $2,163. The $1,202 spread reflects variation in shift differentials, location, and facility acuity. Packages include tax-free stipends averaging $1,343 per week for housing and meals.
Jobs by State
Current Openings
| Specialty | Location | Pay | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| Med Surg | Des Moines, IA | $3,000/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
| Med Surg | Des Moines, IA | $3,000/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
| Med Surg | Bristol, TN | $2,957/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
| Med Surg | Wichita, KS | $2,801/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
| Med Surg | Wichita, KS | $2,801/wk | 4 x 12 Days |
| Med Surg | Wichita, KS | $2,801/wk | 4 x 12 Days |
| Med Surg | Wichita, KS | $2,801/wk | 4 x 12 Days |
| Med Surg | Wichita, KS | $2,801/wk | 4 x 12 Days |
| Med Surg | Wichita, KS | $2,801/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
| Med Surg | Wichita, KS | $2,801/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
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