Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Orthopedic / Medical-Surgical Telemetry – Alabama
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Location: Alabama
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts, Days (0700-1930). Block scheduling may be accommodated based on facility needs.
Highlights:
- Patient ratios of 1:6-7, providing manageable workload in a supportive environment
- Primarily orthopedic unit with medical-surgical and telemetry overflow
- Must be proficient in cardiac drips including Cardizem, Tridil, and Amiodarone
- 42-bed unit with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, and more
- First-time travelers welcome with minimum 1 year of acute care experience
- Pre-start modules required; pending Alabama RN license accepted at time of submission
Requirements:
- Active or pending Alabama RN license required at time of submission
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute care nursing experience in large healthcare facilities
- BLS and NIHSS certification required; ACLS preferred
- Proficiency in interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias
- Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips (Cardizem, Tridil, Amiodarone)
- Medical-Surgical and Telemetry experience required
- Experience with adult and geriatric patient populations
- COVID-19 vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
- Flu vaccination required (no exemptions)
- Must reside at least 90 miles from facility location
- Navy blue scrubs required
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers an excellent opportunity for nurses seeking diverse clinical experience in orthopedics with telemetry skills enhancement. You'll work within a collaborative, well-staffed unit supported by a full range of ancillary services including lift teams, rapid response, and 24/7 specialty support. The flexible scheduling options and welcoming environment for first-time travelers make this an ideal assignment for those looking to advance their career while providing exceptional patient care to adult and geriatric populations.