Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care on a 17-bed Medical Surgical Orthopedic unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio, caring for patients with diagnoses including hip, knee, shoulder, and spine conditions. Adhere to weekend shift requirements, fulfilling 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule, and participate in the holiday rotation alongside permanent staff.
Provide direct patient care on a 17-bed Medical Surgical Orthopedic unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio, caring for patients with diagnoses including hip, knee, shoulder, and spine conditions
Read and interpret telemetry rhythms using portable telemetry boxes as needed; complete a dysrhythmia exam as part of unit requirements
Collaborate with clinical supervisors, nurse aides, hospitalists, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy staff to deliver comprehensive patient care
Float as needed to telemetry (1:4 ratio) and other medical surgical floors
Adhere to weekend shift requirements, fulfilling 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule, and participate in the holiday rotation alongside permanent staff
Complete one shift of unit-specific orientation prior to independent practice
Required Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in California
Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in Medical Surgical or Orthopedic nursing
Previous travel nursing experience required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Proficiency with Cerner EMR
Ability to read and interpret cardiac rhythms and pass a dysrhythmia exam
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience floating to telemetry units
Familiarity with orthopedic post-surgical patient populations including hip, knee, shoulder, and spine
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team player in fast-paced inpatient environments
Why Join Us
Work in a well-supported unit with 24/7 hospitalist coverage, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy services on site
Clinical supervisors handle break relief with no patient assignment, allowing nurses to focus on quality patient care