Travel Medical-Surgical RN (Orthopedics)
Pratt, KS
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Opportunity

Location: Pratt, Kansas
Specialty: Registered Nurse
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Unit: Medical Surgical (Med Surg), Orthopedic, General Surgery
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7 PM - 7 AM)
• Schedule: Weekdays with some weekends
• Required Certifications:

  • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) - Required
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Preferred
• Required Skills:

  • IV start
  • Telemetry experience
  • Charge nurse experience
• License: Kansas State or Compact Nursing License required
• Experience: Minimum 2 years required
• Additional Preferences:

  • Experience with orthopedic total hips and knees a plus
  • Rural health experience a plus
• First-time travelers and local candidates are welcome
• EMR Experience: TRUBRIDGE (formerly CPSI) EMR experience required by director

Requirements & Compliance

Licensure & Documentation

• Valid Kansas State or Compact Nursing License
• Proof of I9 or Attestation
• Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service)
• Residency Declaration Form (if working on a compact license)
• NURSYS Verification (required for all RNs)
• Primary Source Verification of State License

Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Federal Criminal Felony & Misdemeanor Background Check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - ARC, AHA, or DoD approved
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - ARC, AHA, or DoD approved (preferred)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM)

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (must score at least 80%)
• Unit-specific competency exam (must score at least 80%)
• Proof of OSHA, HIPAA & Joint Commission annual training (signed attestation or CORE testing acceptable)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 12 months of start, including physician statement clearing ability to work and free of communicable diseases
• Tdap vaccine required
• Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year, updated annually
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Proof of immunity by titer or 2 vaccines
• Hepatitis B: Proof of vaccination series, titer, or declination
• Varicella: Proof of immunity by titer or 2 vaccines
• Drug Testing: Negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 12 months
• Flu Vaccine: Mandatory during flu season (Oct 31 - Mar 31) unless medically exempt
• COVID-19 Vaccine: No longer required; facility accepts vaccination, declination, or exemption

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Review and sign Confidentiality Agreement, Standards of Performance, and Agency Information Sheet prior to start
• Complete required training videos and WorkRamp modules before starting
• Review and complete Restraints Training and Suicide and Behavioral Risk Assessment training prior to arrival
• First Day Instructions will be provided before start

References & History

• Two professional clinical references required
• Performance evaluations required if previously worked with the facility for over 1 year
• Signed Skills Checklist required and must be updated annually

Summary

This is a 13-week travel nursing contract for a Registered Nurse with medical surgical and orthopedic experience in a small rural hospital setting. The position requires night shifts with some weekend work, BCLS certification, and preferably ACLS. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience, a Kansas or compact nursing license, and TRUBRIDGE EMR experience. Comprehensive background checks, health screenings, and facility-specific training are mandatory prior to starting. First-time travelers and local nurses are encouraged to apply.