Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics - $2,697 per week in Winston Salem, NC

You'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams to deliver exceptional patient-centered care. TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified Orthopedics RN in Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27103!

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified Orthopedics RN in Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27103!

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Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Winston Salem, North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 36 or 48 hours per week available. Every other weekend required. No call requirement. Block scheduling options available (Friday/Saturday/Sunday or Saturday/Sunday/Monday).

Highlights:

• Fast-paced 39-bed orthopedic and neurosurgical spine unit with med-surg overflow
• Patient ratios typically 5-6:1, may flex to 7:1 in extreme cases
• Contract available for 20+ weeks through February 27, 2027 to support team through the holiday season
• Epic EMR experience required; comprehensive orientation provided (36 hours)
• Float requirements to other med-surg units within facility based on census needs
• Up to 7 days requested time off may be approved (excluding holidays)

Requirements:

• Active North Carolina or Compact RN license
• Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience with orthopedic experience required
• Epic EMR experience required (first-time travelers accepted with Epic experience)
• Current certifications: BLS and NIH Stroke Scale required
• Proficiency in IV start and telemetry monitoring
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Preferred: ACLS certification, Charge Nurse experience, Level I Trauma experience

Patient Population:

• Orthopedic patients including total joint replacements and orthopedic trauma
• Neurosurgical spine and spinal cord injury patients
• Med-surg and post-surgical patients requiring complex pain management
• Average daily census: 37 patients

Clinical Skills Utilized:

• Advanced pain management protocols for post-surgical and trauma patients
• Central and peripheral line care/management
• Blood product administration and heparin protocols
• Telemetry and cardiac rhythm interpretation
• PCA pumps and peripheral nerve block catheter management
• BiPAP/CPAP and high-flow nasal cannula management
• Surgical drain care and non-invasive airway management

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers an excellent opportunity to refine your orthopedic and neurosurgical nursing skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams to deliver exceptional patient-centered care. Your expertise in pain management and customer service will directly impact patient outcomes and satisfaction during critical post-operative and trauma recovery periods.

Additional Information:

• Orientation includes online modules (8-10 hours) to be completed prior to start date
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, and pharmacy
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at adjusted rate
• Must be available to work 2 of 3 major holidays; holiday time off requests cannot be approved
• Flexibility and reliability essential—schedule changes after booking are not permitted

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