Orthopedics

Med/Surg – Orthopedics | Night Shift | Maryville, TN

This 13-week travel RN assignment is on a med/surg unit with an orthopedic focus, caring for adult and geriatric patients. The unit manages a daily census of 15–20 patients and is supported by an interdisciplinary team including IV therapy, physical therapy, respiratory services, rapid response, pharmacy, and social services.

Shift: Nights, 3×12 (18:45–07:15)

Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend (subject to change based on unit need)

Float: Required to similar units based on demonstrated skill set and competencies

Clinical Scope & Skills:

• Total joint replacement and orthopedic trauma care
• Telemetry monitoring and med/surg patient management
• Blood product administration
• Central line blood draws, PICC line management, peripheral line care
• Feeding tube care and management
• Colostomy/ileostomy care
• Bariatric surgery and bowel obstruction management
• Peripheral nerve block catheter management
• Short stay/23-hour observation experience preferred

Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Licensure: Active Tennessee RN license or compact/multistate license required

Experience: Minimum 1 year in specialty; prior travel experience required (first-time travelers not accepted)

Preferred Background: Teaching and community hospital experience

Additional Requirements:

• Flu vaccine required; no exemptions accepted
• COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Pre-assignment modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials (up to 16 hours reimbursable)
• Orientation held every Monday
• Scrub color: not specified