TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg / Ortho RN in Salem, Oregon, 97301!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Orthopedics
Duration: 15 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience:
1 year of experience within the last 3 years in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
License:
Oregon RN license is not required at the time of submission; pending licensure is acceptable.
Certifications:
BLS
Must-Have:
Interpretation of dysrhythmias
Management of dysrhythmias
Oxygen protocol
Non-invasive airway management
Peripheral line care/management
Isolation precautions/PPE
Rapid response team activation
Computerized documentation
Description:
The position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Orthopedics.
The nurse will care for patients with surgical and non-surgical musculoskeletal conditions.
This includes patients with fractures, traumatic injuries, degenerative diseases, congenital disorders, and infections.
Candidates may also care for patients undergoing total joint replacements or other musculoskeletal surgeries.
Education will be provided upon hire.
Nurses are not required to have orthopedic experience for consideration.
Patient ratios are typically 1:4-6.
There is a possible need to float within the facility or to nearby affiliated facilities.
Candidates are expected to work every other weekend.
There is a focus on interdisciplinary teamwork to achieve high-quality patient outcomes.
The unit involves caring for adult and geriatric patient populations.
The daily census is approximately 18 patients.
Clinical support includes IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, and other essential services.
Nurses should have experience with computerized documentation, specifically with Epic.
Candidates must meet specific skills requirements to be considered for this position.
Previous experience in a medical-surgical or telemetry unit is required.