Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Lima, OH

Manage care for primarily orthopedic patients (backs, necks, hips, knees), post-operative bariatric surgery patients, and some trauma and general medical patients. Monitor and manage surgical drains including Hemovac, True-close, and JP drains, and assist with safe patient movement and positioning post-operatively.

Job Title

RN Med Surg/Tele – Orthopedic Unit

Location

Lima, OH

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts | Every Other Weekend, Every Other Holiday | Non-Local Candidates Only

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and evaluate treatment effectiveness in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Safely administer medications including heparin drips and occasional PCA medications in accordance with state practice standards and facility policies.
• Manage care for primarily orthopedic patients (backs, necks, hips, knees), post-operative bariatric surgery patients, and some trauma and general medical patients.
• Monitor and manage surgical drains including Hemovac, True-close, and JP drains, and assist with safe patient movement and positioning post-operatively.
• Serve as point of contact for care coordination across hospital departments, advocating for patient safety and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with LPN team members and support staff; communicate effectively with patients, families, and all members of the care team.

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in state of practice or covered under a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification required.
• Dysrhythmia Exam required prior to start (study guide available).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with patients and multidisciplinary staff.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with post-operative orthopedic patients including backs, hips, and knees, and familiarity with surgical drain management.
• Experience with Alaris infusion pumps and EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• CCRN or PCCN certification preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Why Join Us

• Work in a structured 28-bed orthopedic unit with defined support staff, a clinical shift supervisor present four nights per week, and a collaborative care environment.
• Opportunity to apply specialized orthopedic and post-operative nursing skills in a focused, high-quality patient care setting.