Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Neuro Medical-Surgical Travel Contract in Johnstown, PA

Join an experienced adult care team as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel nursing contract in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. This on-site opportunity offers 12-hour night shifts, 36 guaranteed hours per week, and the chance to care for patients with complex neurological and medical conditions in a high-acuity acute-care environment. Johnstown is a welcoming Western Pennsylvania community known for its scenic surroundings, historic attractions, performing arts, and outdoor recreation.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020-$2,130
• Location: Johnstown, Pennsylvania
• Healthcare Setting: 22-bed adult neuro medical-surgical unit within a Level I trauma environment
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m.
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Start Date: October 12, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks, ending January 11, 2027
• Weekend Requirement: Two of four weekends per schedule, or four of eight weekend shifts; straight-weekend scheduling may be available
• Call: None required
• Patient Ratios: Approximately 5:1 to 6:1
• Electronic Medical Record and Equipment: Epic, cardiac monitors, GE EKG equipment, and Mindray vital-sign machines

Med/Surg Travel Nurse Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Pennsylvania
• At least 2 years of recent medical-surgical nursing experience; neuro nursing experience is strongly preferred
• NIH Stroke Scale certification or demonstrated NIH competency required
• Swallow-screen experience or competency preferred
• Demonstrated competency in dysrhythmia recognition and management
• Ability to successfully complete dysrhythmia and medication-math assessments during orientation
• Comfort caring for adult patients with neurological, medical, and cardiac-related needs
• Ability to float when needed, although floating is expected to be infrequent
• Availability for holidays as determined during the screening process
• Completion of all required pre-employment screenings and Pennsylvania clearances before the start date

Neuro Medical-Surgical RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to adult patients in a neuro medical-surgical setting
• Assess, monitor, and document patients experiencing CVA, TIA, seizures, impaired mobility, respiratory conditions, urinary conditions, and other acute medical diagnoses
• Recognize and respond to changes in neurological, cardiac, respiratory, and overall patient status
• Perform focused neurological assessments and communicate significant findings promptly
• Interpret cardiac rhythms and escalate dysrhythmias according to clinical protocols
• Administer medications and treatments safely while maintaining accurate documentation in Epic
• Support dysphagia screening, fall prevention, mobility assistance, and other patient-safety initiatives
• Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation professionals, ancillary departments, patients, and families to coordinate care
• Prioritize care for an assignment of approximately five to six patients while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Participate in orientation, competency validation, and ongoing professional development

Apply now to join this Pennsylvania travel nursing opportunity and deliver high-quality care on a specialized neuro medical-surgical unit in Johnstown.

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.