Orthopedic Trauma Med/Surg RN
Plano, TX
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg Orthopedic

Job Details:

• Work on Ortho Trauma Specialty Medsurg unit with 36 beds
• Patient ratios 1:5 with flexibility to 6 patients
• Must arrive on unit by 6:45 AM (day shift) or 6:45 PM (night shift) for huddle
• Tardy by hospital policy if arrival is after 6:53 AM or 6:53 PM
• Care for polytrauma patients, non-surgical cervical fractures cleared by spine/ortho/trauma with downgraded TBI, and burn downgrades
• Manage patients with no more than 3 drains
• Administer Heparin and Protonix drips
• Work with telemetry equipment
• Use Meditech EMR system
• Float to all Med Surg units as needed
• Required to work 4 weekend commitment
• Must have 1 year Med Surg experience
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS
• Preferred experience with orthopedic and/or trauma patients
• Dress code requires royal blue scrubs
• Must be a team player

Facility:

This major medical center provides comprehensive healthcare services with a specialized focus on orthopedic and trauma care. The facility features a dedicated Ortho Trauma Specialty Medsurg unit equipped with telemetry monitoring capabilities and utilizes Meditech EMR systems. The healthcare organization maintains high standards for patient care with structured shift protocols and emphasizes teamwork among its medical staff.

Location:

Plano, TX

Plano offers an excellent quality of life in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, known for its top-rated schools, thriving business community, and abundant recreational opportunities. The city provides a perfect blend of suburban comfort with easy access to major metropolitan amenities, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking career growth in a dynamic urban environment.