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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Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!
We are searching for a talented RN Med Surg-Baylor-Support-VNA
$3,000 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)
Hours: 24hrs
Shift: Day shift, Baylor Friday Saturday Sunday 8:00am - 4:30pm with weekend and holiday rotation
Location:* Visiting Nurse Association - Fairhaven, MA
A Career At Southcoast Health Offers You
A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager or designee and within agency and department policies and procedures, establish the standards of practice for the Staff Nurse which are based upon the American Nurses’ Association of Standards of Home Health Nursing Practice. Assess and care for patients with various health problems ranging in severity. Work in cooperation with individual patients, caregivers and ancillary staff. Advise regarding various modalities to meet patient wellness and illness needs including medication, nutrition, exercise and technical nursing treatments. Teach and support various positive self-care activities including problem solving and treatment alternatives.
Qualifications
Graduate of an NLN accredited school is required.
A Bachelors Degree in Nursing is preferred.
Minimum one-year hospital medical/surgical or other relevant nursing experience is required.
Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which is appropriate to the population of patients served.
Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs is preferred.
Current RN Licensure in Rhode Island and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
Compensation
Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.
Pay Range
USD $39.33 - USD $56.16 /Hr.
Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!
We are searching for a talented RN Med Surg-Baylor-Support-VNA
$3,000 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)
Hours: 24hrs
Shift: Day shift, Baylor Friday Saturday Sunday 8:00am - 4:30pm with weekend and holiday rotation
Location:* Visiting Nurse Association - Fairhaven, MA
A Career At Southcoast Health Offers You
A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager or designee and within agency and department policies and procedures, establish the standards of practice for the Staff Nurse which are based upon the American Nurses’ Association of Standards of Home Health Nursing Practice. Assess and care for patients with various health problems ranging in severity. Work in cooperation with individual patients, caregivers and ancillary staff. Advise regarding various modalities to meet patient wellness and illness needs including medication, nutrition, exercise and technical nursing treatments. Teach and support various positive self-care activities including problem solving and treatment alternatives.
Qualifications
Graduate of an NLN accredited school is required.
A Bachelors Degree in Nursing is preferred.
Minimum one-year hospital medical/surgical or other relevant nursing experience is required.
Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which is appropriate to the population of patients served.
Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs is preferred.
Current RN Licensure in Rhode Island and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
Compensation
Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.
Pay Range
USD $39.33 - USD $56.16 /Hr.
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Find JobsRegistered Nurse Med Surg Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ascension77
- Piedmont Healthcare41
- THE MEDICAL CENTER37
- CommonSpirit Health36
- Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana35
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services732
- Education24
- Agriculture & Farming17
- Consulting & Professional Services13
- Insurance6
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 Ascension, Piedmont Healthcare, and THE MEDICAL CENTER, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 1% of registered nurse med surg openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 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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