TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Lima, Ohio, 45801!
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.