Registered Nurse/Ortho

SoftPath Medical; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free traveler parking

Job summary

SoftPath Medical is seeking a travel RN for a night shift on a high-acuity unit in West Virginia. The role requires at least 2 years of RN experience with 1 year in the specialty, BCLS certification, and familiarity with telemetry monitoring and IV starts. ACLS/NIH certifications are preferred.

Travel flexibility and a 100-mile radius policy apply. Expect 36 or 48 hours per week with overtime after 48 hours on 4x12 shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year in the specialty area.
• BCLS required; ACLS and NIH certifications preferred.
• Travel experience encouraged; first-time travelers accepted.
• Willing to travel within 100 miles; locals are not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients on telemetry and administer cardiac medications.
• Start IVs and manage oxygen therapy as needed.
• Provide patient care on nights, following unit protocols.
• Collaborate with staff and float to other shifts as needed.

Skills

Telemetry

IV start

Tools

CPMs

Orthopat

Constavac

Hemovac

Wound Vacs

Traction

Job description

Unit Description

Patients include those who have undergone bone and joint reconstructive surgery, joint replacement, orthopedic trauma surgery, or have sustained sports injuries. The unit also serves as Med/Surg overflow. Remote telemetry monitoring is conducted from an off-unit station staffed by a technician. Patient ages are 18 and older. Patient-to-nurse ratios are typically 1:4 but may occasionally increase to 1:5.

The unit operates under a team nursing model.

Shift

Nights; 7 PM to 7 AM, weekdays, every other week, float available.

Contract options: 36 or 48 hours per week, based on RN preference.

Overtime available after 48 hours for 4x12 shifts.

Orientation Schedule

Orientation occurs every other week on Thursdays and Fridays.

Thursday: Full day in computer lab.

Friday: Morning in computer lab, then report to facility for badge issuance, followed by meeting staff and manager on the unit to receive schedule.

Patient Ratios

1:5 patient ratio.

Experience Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year in the specialty area.

Traveler Information

• First-time travelers are accepted.
• Every other weekend required.
• Pending licenses accepted (can submit with pending compact or state RN license).
• Permanent employees are not eligible to return as travelers for 2 years after their last permanent date worked.

Certifications Required

• BCLS required
• ACLS and NIH certifications preferred

Skills Required

• Telemetry
• IV start
• Medications: Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Argatroban, Amiodarone, Dopamine (renal perfusion only)
• Equipment: CPMs, Orthopat, Constavac, Hemovac, Wound Vacs, traction

Additional Requirements

• Float within scope of practice as needed.
• Manager is open to accommodating blocked schedule requests if they fit unit needs.
• Radius requirement: 100 miles (75-99 miles may be approved by facility). Locals are not accepted.

Immunization Policy

Flu vaccine is mandatory during flu season (October 1 to March 31) unless medically exempt with documentation.

COVID-19 vaccine is not required.

Hospital Highlights

• Short-term acute care facility.
• Level 1 Trauma Center and major teaching hospital.
• Member of the Council of Teaching Hospitals and Health Systems (COTH).
• Total staffed beds: 855.
• RN scrub color: Royal Blue/White.
• Charting system: Cerner.
• Parking is free for travelers.