RN – Ortho/Trauma Med-Surg
Indianapolis, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a high-acuity Ortho/Trauma Med/Surg position on night shift with IN or Compact RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Work in an Ortho/Trauma Med/Surg unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population consists of approximately 20% ortho (hip and knee surgeries) and 80% trauma cases (MVAs, shootings, stabbings, falls)
• Patients may have drains and tubes and are typically post-surgical or transferred from ICU
• Staffing ratio is 1:5-6
• Night shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts per week (19:00 to 07:30)
• Required to work 50% of weekends during contract based on unit needs
• Floating may be required to Med-Surg, PCU, ICU, or nearby affiliate hospitals
• Uses Cerner EMR system; Cerner experience required
• May be asked to precept or have students shadow during assignment
• Training and resources provided for charge nurse responsibilities if needed based on operational requirements
• Travelers are expected to make up missed shifts during the pay period or at the end of the contract
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays during assignment
• First-time travelers are accepted for this unit
• Perm or PRN employees must be away for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Local candidates are not accepted for MS, MS Tele, PCU, ICU, and ER positions
• Up to 5 days of RTO can be auto-approved

Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license in hand at the time of consideration or proof of fingerprint application submitted
• Minimum of 18 months to 2 years of relevant Med/Surg experience required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; ACLS preferred; both AHA and RQI certifications accepted if current
• Graduate of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Cerner charting experience is required
• Strong teamwork and communication skills essential

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