Travel Registered Nurse Orthopedics Job
About The Position
This is a travel assignment for a Registered Nurse specializing in Orthopedics in Pocatello, Idaho. The assignment begins on 09/14/2026 and is for a duration of several weeks. The role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to adult orthopedic patients, including those recovering from surgery and managing injuries. The unit is a hospital setting with approximately 10 beds and operates with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5. The shift is Nights, working 4x12 hour shifts. Onsite orientation is required within 48 hours of start, with RN modules taking approximately 4-6 hours and Allied modules taking 2-3 hours.
Requirements
- Active RN license in Idaho or a compact state in hand at time of submittal.
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience in orthopedics; previous charge experience preferred.
- Certifications: BLS, NIHSS, ACLS (as listed).
- Experience with orthopedic care (total joint replacement, ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters) and post-op management; ability to work nights on a 10-bed adult ortho unit.
- Epic charting experience preferred; ability to function effectively in a hospital setting.
Nice To Haves
- Previous charge experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult orthopedic patients, including post-operative and injury management; prioritize and delegate tasks per unit policies.
- Monitor patients, recognize and respond to life-threatening situations; participate in rapid response or code events as needed.
- Manage surgical drains, wound care, PCA, casting/trauma care, and post-op care; perform necessary IV management and peripheral line care.
- Start and maintain IVs, administer medications (e.g., heparin, insulin), perform dysrhythmia interpretation as needed.
- Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team (providers, PT/OT, pharmacy, respiratory, social services) and document thoroughly in the charting system (Epic preferred).
- Educate patients and families, assist with discharge planning, and ensure safe transitions of care.
Benefits
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support to assist throughout the assignment
- Onboarding and credentialing coordination to support rapid start
- Orientation modules completed onsite (RN ~4–6 hours; Allied ~2–3 hours)
- Assignment support with a dedicated point of contact during the travel period
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
