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Planet Healthcare lists this Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,665 per week opportunity in klamath falls, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Details
Position: Med/Surg LPN – Ready for Discharge Unit (RDU)
Setting: Acute Care Hospital – Med/Surg / Discharge Unit
Location: Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Contract Type: Travel Assignment
Start Date: March 1, 2026
End Date: May 31, 2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
Shift: 12‑hour nights (every other weekend required)
Charting: EPIC electronic health record (EHR) – EPIC experience preferred
Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,530 – $1,610
GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Klamath Falls, Oregon.
Job Details
Position: Med/Surg LPN – Ready for Discharge Unit (RDU)
Location: Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Setting: Acute Care Hospital – Med/Surg / Discharge Unit
Contract Type: Travel Assignment
Start Date: March 1, 2026
End Date: May 31, 2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
Shift: 12‑hour nights (every other weekend required)
Charting: EPIC electronic health record (EHR) – EPIC experience preferred
Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,530 – $1,610
Requirements / Qualifications
Current Oregon State LPN license (or eligibility to obtain)
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
At least 1 year of acute care nursing experience (Med/Surg or similar setting)
Proficiency in basic nursing skills, focused patient assessment, and accurate documentation
Experience or knowledge of discharge planning processes, patient education, and care transitions
Familiarity with EPIC or other electronic health records (EHR) is highly desirable
Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills for interdisciplinary collaboration
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment focused on discharge readiness
Physical ability to frequently stoop, bend, reach, stand, walk, sit, and lift at least 50 pounds
Primary Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care as a Licensed Practical Nurse under RN supervision for patients medically ready for discharge
Perform focused assessments and implement prioritized interventions as directed by the RN
Develop and carry out focused plans of care addressing patient needs related to discharge readiness and safe transitions home
Monitor and evaluate patient responses to interventions and progress toward discharge goals
Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient progress in EPIC (EHR documentation)
Assign and supervise tasks to CNAs and unlicensed assistive personnel as appropriate
Assist with patient and family education, reinforcing discharge plans, medication instructions, and follow‑up care needs
Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team (physicians, RNs, case managers, social workers, PT/OT) to ensure continuity of care
Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards to support safe patient discharges
Participate in unit‑based quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and discharge efficiency
Benefits & Pay Highlights
Competitive weekly pay estimate: $1,530 – $1,610
Guaranteed 36 hours per week
Travel assignment perks and opportunity to gain diverse acute care experience
Work in a supportive Med/Surg RDU team focused on patient‑centered discharge planning
Why Klamath Falls?
Klamath Falls (zip code 97601) is known for its friendly community, affordable living, and easy access to outdoor adventures like hiking, fishing, and Crater Lake National Park. Enjoy a rewarding LPN travel assignment in a region celebrated for its natural beauty and welcoming atmosphere.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply now to join our dedicated Med/Surg RDU team in Klamath Falls, OR. This is an excellent nursing job for LPNs seeking travel assignments, night shift experience, and professional growth in acute care. Join our healthcare team today and help patients transition safely and smoothly from hospital to home.
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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.
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Worksite address
klamath falls, OR, 97602, US
Who can apply
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