Ortho Inpatient RN
Urbana, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Orthopedics RN for a night shift inpatient position requiring an active IL RN license and at least one year of relevant nursing experience.

Details

• Inpatient Orthopedic and Medical/Surgical unit within a hospital setting
• Cares for ortho and med/surg patients, assessing them every shift
• Uses ortho traction and surgical traction devices for mobility and wound care
• Manages wound appliances such as wound vacs, drains, pouches, and urological devices
• Utilizes Epic for charting
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, 3 shifts per week (36 hours)
• Required to work 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week period
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Floats to similar units as needed

Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license in good standing (temporary license accepted)
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum one year of relevant nursing experience required
• ASN required; BSN preferred
• Epic charting experience and Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Skilled in wound care, patient mobility, medication management, and care transition education
• Experience delegating and monitoring care provided by HCT staff

Additional Information

• Performs initial patient assessments and develops individualized plans of care
• Coordinates with physicians and surgeons on patient treatment plans
• Educates patients on wound care, mobility, self-care, and medication management
• Provides feedback and mentorship to support peer professional development
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates not accepted
• RTO may not exceed 7 total days during the 13-week contract
• Contingent workers may not remain on assignment longer than 1 year without a 6-month break in service before returning to this health system