Travel RN - Med​/Surg - Orthopedics

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Orthopedics position requiring NE or compact licensure and prior orthopedic nursing experience.

• Active NE or Compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Prior Med/Surg Orthopedics experience required
• Acute care, Level II trauma setting experience preferred
• Driver's license required for submission to verify residency distance
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

• Acute care Med/Surg Ortho unit in a Level II trauma facility
• 22-bed unit with an average daily census of 6
• Patient population includes total knee, hip, ankle, and shoulder replacements, and spine (back and neck) surgeries
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes an assignment
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available at a 1:13 ratio
• Tele techs monitor and interpret telemetry strips, RNs not required to read their own strips
• 12-hour night shifts )
• Self-scheduling with cyclic rotation
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday rotation required alongside permanent staff
• Floating required to Med Surg, rehab, or PCU units taking Med Surg acuity

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts