Travel RN - Med/Surg - Orthopedics

American Traveler, LLC.; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay and bonuses

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll deposit

Free online CEUs

Generous housing allowance

Travel and licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Orthopedics position in Nebraska. Licensure must be NE or Compact, with current BLS and at least 2 years in Med/Surg Orthopedics.

The 22-bed unit operates in a Level II trauma facility with a 1:5-6 nurse-to-patient ratio, 12-hour night shifts, and self-scheduling. Travelers may enjoy housing allowances and travel-related reimbursements.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 telemetry strips; RNs not required to read their own strips.
• 12-hour night shifts (1830-0630).
• Self-scheduling with cyclic rotation.
• Every other weekend required.
• Holiday rotation required alongside permanent staff.
• Floating required to MedSurg, rehab, or PCU units taking MedSurg acuity.

Skills

RN license

BLS

2+ years RN

Orthopedics experience

Acute care

Trauma experience

Driver's license

References required

Job description

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

Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 (1830-0630)
• Self-scheduling with cyclic rotation
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday rotation required alongside permanent staff
• Floating required to MedSurg, rehab, or PCU units taking MedSurg acuity

Uses EPIC EMR

On-call staff must be able to arrive within 30 minutes if called back

Provide nursing care for orthopedic and spine surgery patients including post-operative monitoring and pain management

Administer pain medications, antibiotics, and blood products, though drip titration is not required

Must complete a pass/fail skills exam during orientation, requiring a 90% score to pass

One day of unit-specific orientation provided

24/7 phlebotomy support available on the unit

Artificial nails are prohibited for all patient-care staff

Successful candidates are team-oriented, flexible, and willing to take ownership within the department

Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified by driver's license

Candidates may not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year

Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved

Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

First-time travelers may be considered

Benefits

• 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

Job ID: P-768523

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