Ortho RN
Winston Salem, NC
Pulse Healthcare Services
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse with a focus on Orthopedics to provide high-quality care to our patients. This role requires specialized experience in orthopedic nursing, offering an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with diverse patient populations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver essential nursing care to orthopedic, neuro spine, med-surg, and post-surgical patients.
• Manage patient pain effectively and monitor post-operative recovery.
• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and provide patient education.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Assist with IV starts and telemetry monitoring.
• Float to other medical-surgical units as needed based on staffing requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.

Shift Details

• 12-hour night shifts.
• Scheduled for either 36 or 48 hours per week.
• Weekend work required every other weekend; makeup shifts may be necessary if an RN calls out.
• Block scheduling options available (e.g., Friday/Saturday/Sunday or Saturday/Sunday/Monday).

Qualifications

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience with a specialization in Orthopedics is required.
• Traveler Experience: Open to first-time travelers with Epic experience.
• Certifications: Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) certifications are mandatory; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to handle a patient ratio of 5-6:1, with potential flex up to 7:1 in extreme situations.
• Required Skills: Proficiency in IV start and telemetry monitoring.

Patient Population

The unit typically serves an average daily census of 37 patients, accommodating both general orthopedic and neuro-spine cases as well as post-surgical patients. Please note that COVID patients are integrated into the general patient population unless they require ICU care.

Additional Information

Candidates must pass EKG testing prior to starting in this specialty. There is a strict policy against the approval of holiday-related time off. Any call-offs or additional requests for time off after booking may result in cancellation.

If you are a committed healthcare professional ready to make a positive impact on patient care, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.