Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics
Lenexa, KS
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Travel Assignment | Lenexa, KS (66215)

Seeking an experienced Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN) travel nurse in Lenexa, KS—13-week Med/Surg assignment at a Level 2 trauma center (Overland Park Regional Medical Center, located in Lenexa).

Join a dynamic team as an Orthopedic RN / Travel Nurse on a fast-paced, high-acuity Med/Surg unit specializing in orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, and trauma care. This 36-bed unit features all private rooms and is part of a busy Level 2 trauma center at Overland Park Regional Medical Center, located in Lenexa, Kansas. Ideal for RNs seeking orthopedic nursing, trauma nursing, or Med/Surg nursing travel opportunities near Kansas City.

Job Details

• Assignment Type: Travel Nurse (Orthopedic RN)
• Location: Lenexa, Kansas (Zip: 66215) — Kansas travel nurse / Kansas nursing jobs
• Setting: Orthopedics & Spine Specialty, Med/Surg Unit (Orthopedic nurse, Trauma nurse)
• Unit Size: 36 beds, all private rooms
• Start Date: April 20, 2026
• End Date: July 20, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,680 – $1,770 (competitive pay for travel nurses)

Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Active RN license in the state of Kansas (Registered Nurse, RN)
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum 1 year acute care hospital experience on Med/Surg or Telemetry units (Med/Surg nurse experience required)
• Experience with wound care, dressing changes, and post-op orthopedic care (wound care skills)
• NIH Stroke Scale certification preferred
• Ability to work rotating weekends (every 3rd weekend, or every other if needed)
• Royal blue scrubs required

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care for patients with orthopedic, neurological, and trauma-related conditions (orthopedic nursing, trauma care)
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, and common Med/Surg procedures
• Use and manage orthopedic equipment: traction, external fixators, halos, walkers, gait belts
• Monitor patients using continuous pulse oximetry and remote telemetry monitoring (telemetry nurse skills)
• Document patient care accurately in Meditech EMR
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physical therapy, occupational therapy, radiology, and respiratory therapy
• Communicate securely using mobile technology (iMobile) for team coordination and patient updates
• Maintain safe patient ratios (typically 5–6:1) to ensure high-quality, effective care
• Contribute to a positive, engaged team culture with low turnover and high employee satisfaction

Why This Travel Nurse Opportunity?

• Work at a busy Level 2 trauma center (Overland Park Regional Medical Center, located in Lenexa) with strong clinical support and professional development
• All-private rooms in a 36-bed Med/Surg orthopedic unit—great environment for orthopedic RNs
• Competitive weekly pay and a supportive team culture
• Enjoy Lenexa, KS — a vibrant city known for its welcoming neighborhoods, beautiful parks, excellent schools, and diverse dining options. Lenexa offers easy access to Kansas City attractions and a high quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

Apply now for this Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Lenexa, KS. Join our healthcare team today and advance your nursing career in orthopedic and trauma care!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.