# Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Orthopedic / Joint Replacement – North Dakota
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Location: Bismarck, North Dakota
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (day/night rotation considered), every other weekend and holiday rotation
Highlights:- Work in an Advanced Certified Total Joint Replacement Center with specialized quality metrics and patient care standards
- Diverse patient population including joint replacement, orthopedic trauma, and general medical-surgical cases
- Team-based care model with a supportive, collaborative nursing staff
- 22-bed unit with 4:1 or 5:1 nurse-to-patient ratios
- EPIC electronic health record system
- 6-12 hour orientation program tailored to unit operations
- Level 2 Trauma Center in acute care setting
Requirements:- Active RN license (must be submitted with application)
- Current BLS Certification
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience preferred
- Medical-surgical experience required; orthopedic experience is a strong plus
- Candidates must not have a permanent address within 80 miles of the facility
- Applicants who have previously worked with this health system must have an end date at least 6 months prior to submission
Why It's a Great Opportunity:This role offers the chance to provide high-quality, specialized care in an Advanced Certified Total Joint Replacement Center where evidence-based protocols and teamwork drive exceptional patient outcomes. You'll collaborate with certified nursing assistants and an experienced multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care ranging from post-surgical joint replacement recovery to trauma and medical-surgical support. The unit fosters a positive, team-oriented culture that values professional growth and compassionate patient care.
Additional Information:- Dress code: Navy blue scrubs required
- No on-call requirements
- May float to medical-surgical units as needed
- Daily badge-in and badge-out at facility required