Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs
Registered Nurse Med Surg jobs are open across hospitals, health systems, and long-term acute care facilities, at every level from new-grad RN to charge nurse and travel nurse, with specializations in telemetry, wound care, and post-surgical recovery. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
Status:
Budgeted Hours:
Shift:
Compensation Pay Range:
$38.20 - $77.391. Medication Administration
a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.
b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.
c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy.
2. Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient.
a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.
b. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
c. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice.
d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI)
e. Assess/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.
f. Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.
g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.
h. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift.
i. Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command.
3. Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's an documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent.
b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.
c. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times.
d. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.
4. Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.
a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.
b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned.
c. Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change.
d. Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace.
e. Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.
f. Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure.
5. Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.
a. Access Lotus Notes to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role.
b. Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.
c. Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime.
6. Compliance
a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position.
b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy and security programs.
d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP.
e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs.
7. Patient and Family Centered Care
a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
b. Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team.
c. Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
d. Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit.
8. Age & Culture
a. Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.
b. Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
c. Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed.
d. Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources.
Minimum Education - Preferred
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Minimum Work Experience
Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred
Required Licenses/Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse
Depending on department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, Emergency Response Training Certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required
7p-7:30a, every third weekend, rotating holidays
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
Status:
Budgeted Hours:
Shift:
Compensation Pay Range:
$38.20 - $77.391. Medication Administration
a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.
b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.
c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy.
2. Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient.
a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.
b. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
c. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice.
d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI)
e. Assess/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.
f. Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.
g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.
h. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift.
i. Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command.
3. Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's an documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent.
b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.
c. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times.
d. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.
4. Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.
a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.
b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned.
c. Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change.
d. Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace.
e. Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.
f. Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure.
5. Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.
a. Access Lotus Notes to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role.
b. Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.
c. Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime.
6. Compliance
a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position.
b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy and security programs.
d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP.
e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs.
7. Patient and Family Centered Care
a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
b. Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team.
c. Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
d. Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit.
8. Age & Culture
a. Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.
b. Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
c. Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed.
d. Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources.
Minimum Education - Preferred
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Minimum Work Experience
Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred
Required Licenses/Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse
Depending on department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, Emergency Response Training Certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required
7p-7:30a, every third weekend, rotating holidays
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse med surg jobs.
- Active RN license in the state of employment or a compact license
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program
- Basic Life Support and ACLS certification
- One or more years of acute care or medical-surgical nursing experience
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- CMSRN certification or demonstrated progress toward certification preferred
Tips for Your Registered Nurse Med Surg Job Search
Tailor your resume to unit specifics
List your patient-to-nurse ratios, common diagnoses you've managed, and any EHR systems you've used, such as Epic or Cerner. Generic nursing resumes get filtered out fast when hiring managers are scanning for med-surg-specific experience.
Certify before you compete for roles
Earning your CMSRN credential signals med-surg dedication and moves your application ahead of uncertified candidates at many health systems. If you're not yet eligible, list your planned test date so recruiters know you're on the path.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists registered nurse med surg openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target facilities by Magnet status
Magnet-designated hospitals attract competitive applicants, but they also invest heavily in nurse development and shared governance. If you want a structured ladder for advancement, filter your search toward Magnet and Pathway to Excellence facilities.
Prepare for competency-based interview questions
Interviewers in med-surg hiring typically ask you to walk through how you prioritize a five-patient assignment when two deteriorate simultaneously. Rehearse specific SBAR-structured examples from your clinical experience before your interview, not during it.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Night and weekend differentials can add meaningful value to a med-surg offer. Before accepting, ask for the differential structure in writing and calculate your realistic weekly earnings across the rotation you'll actually work.
Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most registered nurse med surgs?
The companies hiring the most registered nurse med surgs right now include LiveWell Homecare Agency, Voyage Health, and Ascension, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Travel nurse staffing agencies frequently account for a significant portion of active postings alongside direct health system employers.
How many registered nurse med surg jobs are remote?
About 25% of registered nurse med surg openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the predominantly bedside nature of the role. The sub-areas most likely to include remote or telehealth components are care coordination, utilization review, and case management roles that draw on med-surg clinical backgrounds.
How do you become a registered nurse med surg?
You complete an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, pass the NCLEX-RN to earn your license, then apply to acute care or general medical-surgical units for your first nursing position. After gaining floor experience, you can pursue the CMSRN credential through the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses to formalize your specialty expertise.
Can you get hired as a registered nurse med surg with no experience?
Yes, many hospitals hire new-grad RNs directly into med-surg units through structured residency or transition-to-practice programs. Emphasizing clinical rotations on your resume, demonstrating familiarity with common med-surg diagnoses, and obtaining BLS and ACLS certification before applying all strengthen a new-grad application significantly.
What does the registered nurse med surg interview process look like?
Most med-surg hiring processes include a phone screen with a recruiter, followed by a behavioral interview with the nurse manager focused on clinical scenarios and prioritization, and sometimes a peer panel. Some facilities also conduct a brief skills or scenario assessment. The full process typically moves from application to offer within a few weeks for in-demand units.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse med surg jobs?
You can find and apply to registered nurse med surg jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your license, experience level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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