Med Surg/Telemetry RN - Orthopedics
Bel Air, MD
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,113/weekOverview
- Start Date01/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care170 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position on an Ortho Unit, requiring a MD or compact license and strong ortho/spine experience.
Responsibilities
- Position is on the Med/Surg Tele Ortho Unit within a hospital
- Typical patient population includes ortho (joint replacements, fracture repairs), spine (ACDF, fusions, decompressions), and various med/surg cases
- Unit has 26 beds across 20 rooms
- Utilizes equipment including PCA pumps, Bucks traction, overbed trapeze, SCD sleeves/pumps, foot pumps, Hoyer lift, incentive spirometer, Sara Stedy, and walkers
- Night shift position with 3x12 hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
- Requires work every other weekend
- Holiday coverage as scheduled is required
- Floating within specialty and to lower acuity units as needed
- No on-call required
- Provide nursing care for ortho, spine, and med/surg patients
- Work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Navy blue scrubs are required
- Must be prepared for flexible assignments due to floating requirements
Requirements
- Active RN license for MD or compact state required
- Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum of 2 years relevant Med/Surg Tele and ortho/spine experience required
- First-time travelers considered if meeting strong experience criteria
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
Facility
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
4 nurses recommend working with University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
Pros
Reasonable ratios. Kind and helpful staff. Flexibility in scheduling.
Cons
Cost of living. Frequently floated
- Short Term Acute Care
- 170 beds
Employer
American Traveler
47 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I had a great experience with this Savannah. She is professional, responsive, and genuinely supportive throughout the process. Communication was clear and timely, and she made everything feel smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciated her guidance and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a positive recruiting experience.
Cons
Not that I can think of as of now
Recommends working with American Traveler
Bel Air, MD
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