Ortho Trauma Med Surg RN
Plano, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,497/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care383 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg RN for an Ortho Trauma unit, requiring 1 year of Med/Surg experience and a TX or compact RN license.
Details
- Work on a 36-bed Ortho Trauma Specialty Med/Surg unit
- Staffing includes 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs, and 3 CNAs per shift
- Patient ratio of 1:5, with flexing up to 1:6
- Patient population includes polytrauma patients, non-surgical cervical fractures cleared by spine/ortho/trauma, downgraded TBI patients, burn downgrades, and patients with no more than 3 drains
- Manages Heparin and Protonix drips
- Uses telemetry monitoring equipment
- Charts in Meditech EMR
- Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Floating required to all Med/Surg units
- 4 weekend shifts required per contract
- Must be on the unit by 1845 for shift huddle, with tardiness subject to hospital policy
Requirements
- Active RN license (TX or compact) required
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg experience required
- Ortho and/or trauma patient care experience preferred
- US SSN and DOB required for consideration
- Professional references required (2 for FL/MO, 1 for all other states)
- No employment gaps of 90+ days within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care to orthopedic and trauma Med/Surg patients, including monitoring drains and administering IV drips
- Team-player mentality valued on this unit
- Scrub color required: Royal Blue
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
Facility
Medical City Plano
1 nurse recommends working with Medical City Plano
- Short Term Acute Care
- 383 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Plano, TX
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Plano, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Plano is slightly higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- However, the wages in Plano generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 94°F, and the average low in winter is around 34°F.
- Short term rentals are fairly easy to find in Plano, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Plano is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system connecting to Dallas.
- Plano is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Plano.
- Plano offers a wide range of activities including world-class shopping, dining, museums, recreational opportunities, historic downtown with unique shops, street events, seasonal activities, art festivals, and the colorful Plano Balloon Festival.
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