Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Johnstown, PA

Must complete all required Pennsylvania state clearances prior to start, including: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Department of Human Services Fingerprinting, FBI Department of Aging Fingerprinting (completed within the last two years), and PA State Police (PATCH) clearance for employment purposes. Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care on a 44-bed Trauma/Ortho/Surgical unit serving adult patients including trauma, orthopedic, urology, colorectal, and post-operative populations.

Job Title

Travel RN – Medical/Surgical (Trauma/Ortho/Surgical – 9th Floor)

Location

Johnstown, PA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Expected 36 hours/week; 48 hours/week may be accommodated upon request

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 44-bed Trauma/Ortho/Surgical unit serving adult patients including trauma, orthopedic, urology, colorectal, and post-operative populations
• Maintain a patient ratio of 6:1 in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Document patient care accurately using EPIC EHR
• Complete a dysrhythmia and math of dosage competency test with the education department prior to beginning work on the unit
• Fulfill weekend shift requirements — a minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule, with an expectation of working at least 2 of those 4 weekends
• Float to units with a comparable patient population when operationally necessary

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of Pennsylvania (or compact license eligibility)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, with trauma experience required
• Must successfully pass a facility dysrhythmia and math of dosage assessment prior to unit placement
• Must complete all required Pennsylvania state clearances prior to start, including: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Department of Human Services Fingerprinting, FBI Department of Aging Fingerprinting (completed within the last two years), and PA State Police (PATCH) clearance for employment purposes
• All screenings must be complete and clear prior to start date
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in orthopedic, surgical, or post-operative nursing care
• Familiarity with EPIC electronic health records
• Experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center or high-acuity acute care setting
• Flexible, team-oriented, and professional demeanor with a willingness to adapt to unit needs

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a tertiary care regional referral hospital recognized for clinical excellence, housing a Level 1 Trauma Center and a broad range of specialized services
• Rapid start available — join a team making a direct impact on patient care capacity in a well-supported clinical environment