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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Scranton for RNs

Find Top RN Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Scranton, Pennsylvania

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around Scranton, Pennsylvania. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Scranton’s MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Scranton is a great location for MS travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Port Murray, New Jersey – 07865
    Distance from Scranton: 58 miles
  • 8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 8 E, 10 E, 12 E, 8 N, 10 N, 12 N,
  • June 6, 2025
  • 11
Contact for Details
The Nurse/Health Care Manager furthers the mission of YMCA Camp Bernie by overseeing the health and wellness of all camp participants. The Nurse/Health Care Manager ensures and provides for adequate physical conditions for all. Essential Job Functions: 1: Oversee the management and operations of the Wellness Center. a. Design and implement a system for health screening all arriving and departing campers and staff, including out of camp trips. b. Conduct inventory of supplies and place orders when necessary (in consult with Summer Camp Coordinator and Executive Director), ensuring timely arrival of supplies. c. Coordinate coverage of the health center and post hours for daily medications and health call. -Day K-10th grade; Overnight 2nd grade-10th grade -Dates: Training starts on June 6th, with the bulk of the training on June 9th. They could move in on the 7th or 8th. Last day of day camp is Aug 22nd, Overnight camp ends on Aug 15th. -Day Camp is 11 weeks; Overnight Camp 10 weeks and they overlap a bit -Accommodations- If the Camp RN is not local, there will be a room available in the wellness ctr ( BR, Shower, Kitchenet, etc- FREE) -Food-3 meals a day covered. -Coverage is 24/7, needs 1 RN for entire duration
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Ottsville, Pennsylvania – 18942
    Distance from Scranton: 70 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 25, 2025
  • 8
Contact for Details
Camp Size: 100 campers Ages 8-16, both boys and girls One day off per week Shared free housing, on campus; private bedroom, shared bathroom, living room and kitchenette. No pets or children allowed Free meals available at the camp cafeteria.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Trenton, New Jersey – 08638
    Distance from Scranton: 95 miles
  • 12 E,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,057 to $2,267
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • New York, New York – 10065
    Distance from Scranton: 99 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,101 to $2,315
Weekly Pay*
New York Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the only New York metro-area hospital to be ranked in all 10 clinical areas and be on the 2019 Honor Roll. You will be joining a team of energetic, committed, compassionate, healthcare professionals. This facility takes pride in providing comfortable, comprehensive experiences for patients. If you are ready to join a highly motivated and compassionate team at one of the most highly ranked teaching facilities in the country this is the role for you! Come build your resume and enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the America – New York!
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • New York, New York – 10065
    Distance from Scranton: 99 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,095 to $2,309
Weekly Pay*
Superior facility with exclusive travel opportunities! This prestigious New York Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the only New York metro-area hospital to be ranked in all 10 clinical areas and be on the prestigious 2019 Honor Roll. You will be joining a team of energetic, committed, compassionate, healthcare professionals. This facility takes pride in providing comfortable, comprehensive experiences for patients. If you are ready to join a highly motivated and compassionate team at one of the most prestigious teaching facilities in the country this is the role for you. Come build your resume and enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the US – New York!
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • New York, New York – 10065
    Distance from Scranton: 99 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,048 to $2,257
Weekly Pay*
This prestigious New York Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the only New York metro-area hospital to be ranked in all 10 clinical areas and be on the 2019 Honor Roll. You will be joining a team of energetic, committed, compassionate, healthcare professionals. This facility takes pride in providing comfortable, comprehensive experiences for patients. If you are ready to join a highly motivated and compassionate team at one of the most highly ranked teaching facilities in the country this is the role for you! Come build your resume and enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the America – New York!
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Camp Hill, Pennsylvania – 17011
    Distance from Scranton: 104 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 13, 2025
  • 13
$2,161 to $2,382
Weekly Pay*
Penn State – a world renown health center is looking for an RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Camp Hill, Pennsylvania – 17011
    Distance from Scranton: 104 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 13, 2025
  • 13
$2,161 to $2,382
Weekly Pay*
Penn State – a world renown health center is looking for an RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals 21 to 30 beds 1:5 ratio Ortho unit total joint replacement, fall on thinners, MVA, back surgery Airway care Chest Tube Set-up/Care;Breathing Treatments;CPAP/BiPap;Trach Care;
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Camden, New Jersey – 08103
    Distance from Scranton: 106 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,065 to $2,276
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania – 17055
    Distance from Scranton: 108 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,579 to $1,740
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania – 17055
    Distance from Scranton: 108 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,579 to $1,740
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
    Distance from Scranton: 116 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
    Distance from Scranton: 116 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
    Distance from Scranton: 116 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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travel
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Syracuse, New York – 13202
    Distance from Scranton: 116 miles
  • 12 E,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Utica, New York – 13502
    Distance from Scranton: 119 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,987 to $2,190
Weekly Pay*
travel
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Utica, New York – 13502
    Distance from Scranton: 119 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,987 to $2,190
Weekly Pay*
travel
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Utica, New York – 13502
    Distance from Scranton: 119 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,987 to $2,190
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • State College, Pennsylvania – 16801
    Distance from Scranton: 122 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,765 to $1,945
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • State College, Pennsylvania – 16801
    Distance from Scranton: 122 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,677 to $1,848
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Toms River, New Jersey – 08754
    Distance from Scranton: 127 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,040 to $2,248
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Toms River, New Jersey – 08754
    Distance from Scranton: 127 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,040 to $2,248
Weekly Pay*
Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver care to inmate patients utilizing the nursing assessment protocols in assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. RNs collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. RNs effectively interact with patients, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. Corrections Nurses provide care to inmate patients to promote & improve their overall health utilizing the nursing process in triage, professional training and various resources in accordance with regulatory agencies and established guidelines. The inmate patient population generally has not had consistent access to healthcare prior to their incarceration. This provides an opportunity for nurses to see and care for an interesting variety of health concerns from minor ailments to major and atypical conditions.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albany, New York – 12208
    Distance from Scranton: 130 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 2, 2025
  • 13
$2,093 to $2,737
Weekly Pay*
22 semi-private rooms Post-surgical setting caring for patients that have undergone colorectal and urologic surgery. You will work closely with the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses for ostomy and wound care needs. Post-operative patients with TPN, NG tubes, and central lines
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albany, New York – 12208
    Distance from Scranton: 130 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,018 to $2,640
Weekly Pay*
Ability and willingness to float to 22 different medical and surgical units. Unit assignments will be made on a shift to shift basis to best meet the needs of each of these units. Patient Population: A diverse population of all medical and surgical specialties
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Statistics on MS RN Jobs in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near Scranton. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the Scranton and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Scranton and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel MS Nursing Jobs for RNs in Scranton, PA

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel jobs in Scranton?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Scranton and surrounding areas.

How much does a night shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Scranton and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Scranton can make an average of $1,682 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Medical Surgical staff in or near Scranton?

  • Mercy Hospital – Scranton in Scranton (2.7 miles from Scranton)

What is the most common contract for Medical Surgical travel jobs in Scranton?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Medical Surgical job in Scranton is 13.

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Scranton

In Scranton, facilities like Mercy Hospital – Scranton , all offer MS departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Morgan Manor (zip code 18508) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Scranton’s MS job opportunities are Moosic (5.4 miles), Pittston (8.6 miles) and Kingston (15.8 miles). These are near to zip codes: 18501 (2.7 miles).

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Scranton Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in Scranton. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling MS nurse position in or nearby Scranton.

Mercy Hospital – Scranton
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Emergency Room Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Skilled Nursing
Address
746 Jefferson Avenue
Scranton, PA 18501
Nearby Neighborhoods
Morgan Manor (18508)
Wilkes-Barre Hospital Company, LLC
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 9 D, 9 E, 9 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Telemetry
Address
575 North River Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18764
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.