First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Evansville, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel 48-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT POST-SURGICAL MED-SURG RN CONTRACT – EVANSVILLE, IN An immediate 13-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Medical-Surgical / Post-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) in Evansville, Indiana (Vanderburgh County / Tri-State region). Operating within a dedicated 22-bed post-surgical inpatient care unit, this high-earning position features a dependable 48-hour overnight schedule (18:45 PM – 07:15 AM / 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM, four 12-hour shifts guaranteed weekly with built-in overtime). PREMIER 48-HOUR NIGHT PACKAGE ($2,723/WEEK)! BUILT-IN OVERTIME COMPENSATION! FAVORABLE 1:4 TO 1:5 PATIENT RATIOS! ZERO MANDATORY ON-CALL! FAST PLACEMENT! The post-surgical unit delivers comprehensive, recovery-focused nursing care to patients transitioning from the PACU following orthopedic, general abdominal, vascular, and specialty surgical procedures. If you are an acute care inpatient nurse skilled in surgical wound care, post-op pain management, drain maintenance, telemetry surveillance, and post-anesthesia complication prevention looking to earn $2,723/week with dependable tax-free stipends in Indiana, this assignment is built for you! PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (48-Hour Week) Weekly Gross: $2,723.00 Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,267.00 Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $28.00/hr (40 regular hours) Hourly W2 Overtime Rate: $42.00/hr (8 weekly OT hours included) (Local clinicians accepted at an adjusted local bill structure).

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS Schedule: Night shifts, 4x12-Hours (18:45 PM – 07:15 AM / 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM).

Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours guaranteed weekly (40 regular hours 8 overtime hours).

Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (Immediate start).

On-Call Requirements: NO ON-CALL REQUIRED!

Weekend & Holiday Coverage: Rotational weekend and holiday coverage per departmental operational schedule.

Department Setting & Ratios: 22-bed dedicated post-surgical inpatient floor (Dept: 5S / Med Surg Unit 001 - 20330). Patient-to-nurse staffing ratios maintained at a steady 1:4 to 1:5 .

Clinical Scope & Specialty Care: Direct post-operative nursing care for patients recovering from major orthopedic, general, colorectal, gynecologic, urologic, and vascular surgeries. Comprehensive post-anesthesia assessments: airway patency, baseline vital stability, neurovascular checks, and surgical site surveillance. Surgical wound care, sterile dressing changes, and management of closed-suction drains (JP drains, Hemovacs) and negative pressure wound therapy (wound VACs). Multimodal post-operative pain management: patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump monitoring, epidural/nerve block assessments, and IV/oral analgesic administration. Prevention and early detection of post-op complications: surgical site infections, deep vein thrombosis (DVT/PE prophylaxis), atelectasis, ileus, and urinary retention. Continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring, telemetry strip review, electrolyte management, and blood product transfusions. Peripheral IV initiation, Foley catheter maintenance, and progressive post-surgical mobility protocols.

EMR System: Cerner electronic health record.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of dedicated acute care inpatient Medical-Surgical, Ortho-Surgical, or Post-Surgical RN clinical experience.

Licensure: Active Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) License or Compact/NLC Multistate License strictly in hand at submittal (with active Nursys report).

Certifications Required at Submittal (Must be attached): Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (AHA) only . ✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized acute care nursing recruitment team.

We guarantee 100% upfront financial transparency, immediate credential checklist mapping, and prioritized clinical review!

Location Details: Assignment is located in Evansville, IN 47714 (Dept: 5S / Med Surg Unit 001 - 20330 / Vanderburgh County). ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 13-week contract (48 hours guaranteed weekly on 12-hour Nights: 18:45 – 07:15 with 8 hours of weekly overtime included).

Candidate Policy: Both travel and local candidates accepted (locals subject to adjusted local bill rate).

No Standby Call: Zero standby on-call obligations.

Unit Acuity & Staffing Standards: 22-bed dedicated post-surgical inpatient unit (5 South); patient-to-nurse staffing ratios maintained at 1:4 to 1:5.

Mandatory Submittal Credentials: Active Indiana RN license (or Compact multistate) in hand with active Nursys verification. Active AHA BLS certification required at submittal. Resume documenting at least 1–2 years of acute inpatient medical-surgical or post-surgical floor experience. 2 recent professional supervisory/managerial references in matching inpatient specialty.

Onboarding Testing & Health Screenings: Pre-start credentialing includes Ascension Medical-Surgical Exam, Pharmacology Exam, Core Competencies, EKG Exam, Skills Checklist, Color Vision test, 11-panel drug screen, background checks, 2-step PPD/Quantiferon, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, seasonal flu vaccine, and fit test.

Time Off: All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be presented upfront with the submittal packet. About First Connect Health At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do. By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry. But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because: ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey. ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals. ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences. ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step. When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

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