Travel RN - Med/Surg - Orthopedics

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Orthopedics RN with 2 years of acute care experience and a NC or compact RN license for a 13-week night shift assignment.

Details

• 34-bed surgical specialty unit focused on operative and non-operative management of musculoskeletal conditions
• Common case types include total joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder), fracture repairs, and spine surgeries
• Fast-paced, throughput-driven environment emphasizing same-day or next-day post-op mobility and discharge readiness
• Other surgical populations, such as urology, may be introduced to the unit
• Ideal patient ratio is 5:1
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts per week (6:45 PM-7:15 AM)
• Every other weekend and rotating holidays required

Requirements

• Active RN license in North Carolina or a compact state
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification may be required for some units, with training provided if needed
• 2 years of RN experience required
• 1 year of acute care/inpatient hospital experience preferred
• Experience with post-operative care, pain management (including PCA and multimodal regimens), neurovascular assessments, and early mobilization protocols

Additional Information

• Deliver patient care utilizing the nursing process under the direction of a physician and interdisciplinary care team
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, physical and occupational therapy, and care management to support patient progression
• Assess and anticipate discharge needs for patients and families
• Communicate with patients and families to develop and update plans of care using cultural competency and active listening
• Promote a safe, clean environment through standard precautions and infection control principles
• Complete annual competency assessments per documented checklists