MedSurg Ortho-Neuro RN
Parkersburg, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Ortho-Neuro position with EPIC experience and orthopedic patient care skills in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Position is in a 33-bed Med/Surg Ortho-Neuro unit in an acute care hospital
• Patient population includes elective orthopedic surgeries (hips, knees, shoulders), fractures from falls, back and neck neurosurgeries, and general Med/Surg cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6
• 12-hour day shifts with rotating weekends and holiday coverage required
• Use of EPIC EMR is required
• Travelers are required to float to other Med/Surg units as needed; appropriate assignments given if floated to Tele
• Remote telemetry monitoring available if needed but RNs are not required to read strips
• PCA pumps and IV fluids are managed on the unit; no titration of heparin or other drips
• CPAP, BiPAP, and High Flow oxygen equipment managed by respiratory therapy
• Provide nursing care for post-surgical orthopedic and neuro patients as well as general med/surg patients
• Support staff typically includes patient care techs to assist with ADLs and vitals; staffing varies by census
• Charge nurse present 24/7; night charge nurses maintain a full patient assignment
• Dress code requires royal blue scrubs; jackets, if worn, must be royal blue scrub jackets
• Unit orientation consists of one day EPIC training and one day on the floor with a preceptor
• Travelers are the first to float when required
• No call or standby required, but low census call-offs may occur
• Travelers must work every other weekend and may be scheduled for holidays based on unit needs
• Candidates who have worked previously at any WVU Medicine location must have a 2-year break before reapplying
• No local travelers permitted per facility rule

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience, with specific experience caring for orthopedic patients and using PCA pumps
• Current AHA BLS certification required
• EPIC charting experience required
• Must provide an unexpired copy of driver's license for consideration
• No BSN required

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts