Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Pocatello, ID
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,813/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse – Orthopedics (Travel/Contract)
Location: Pocatello, Idaho
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 – 7:15)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
- Provide specialized nursing care to orthopedic patients, including those recovering from surgeries or injuries and managing chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
- Deliver care using the nursing process according to hospital policies and protocols.
- Respond to life-threatening situations with appropriate interventions.
- Organize care delivery by prioritizing, delegating, evaluating, and communicating with providers and leadership.
- Patient ratio approximately 1:5 on a 10-bed unit.
- Unit accepts first-time travel nurses.
- 100-mile radius rule applies; no local candidates considered.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Idaho.
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
- Minimum 1 year of Med Surg nursing experience within the last year.
- Orthopedics nursing experience.
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS).
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Pocatello, ID
As a Travel Orthopedics Nurse in Pocatello, ID here's what you should know:- Pocatello's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Average summer highs range from 85-90°F, while winter lows can dip to 15-20°F.
- Pocatello experiences all four seasons, with snowy winters and warm summers.
- Short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and the presence of universities in the area.
- Pocatello is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Pocatello has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range varies, with a significant presence of young adults due to the universities.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities and outdoor recreational opportunities.
- Pocatello offers a range of activities including outdoor adventures in the Bannock Mountains, ice fishing, Nordic skiing, and entertainment at Ross Park.
- The historic downtown area features specialty shops, eateries, bakeries, brew pubs, and bars, providing plenty of options for dining, shopping, and entertainment.
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