Travel Orthopedic Technologist
Bismarck, ND
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs
$2,470/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Orthopedic RN needed in Bismarck, North Dakota, for a 13-week acute-care assignment caring for joint replacement, trauma, and medical-surgical patients.
Join a collaborative orthopedic and medical-surgical nursing team in Bismarck, North Dakota, where you will provide patient-centered care in a 22-bed unit within a Level II trauma environment. This travel nursing assignment offers strong clinical standards, a team-based approach, and a supportive workplace. Bismarck combines the convenience of a welcoming capital city with access to scenic Missouri River trails, outdoor recreation, and North Dakota’s wide-open landscapes.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Specialty: Orthopedic Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Bismarck, North Dakota
- Healthcare Setting: Acute care; Level II trauma environment
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,200–$2,320
- Start Date: October 26, 2026
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks, ending January 25, 2027
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Shift Duration: 12-hour rotating shifts
- Schedule: Primarily night shifts currently needed; day/night rotation may be considered. Every other weekend and holiday rotation required.
- Call: Not required
- Unit: 22-bed orthopedic and medical-surgical unit
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: Approximately 4:1 to 5:1
- Electronic Medical Record: EPIC
- Orientation: Approximately 6–12 hours of unit orientation
- Floating: May float to medical-surgical units
- Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs; navy jacket permitted
Travel Orthopedic RN Job Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in North Dakota
- At least 1 year of recent acute-care nursing experience; 2 years of medical-surgical or orthopedic nursing experience preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Experience caring for orthopedic, joint replacement, trauma, or medical-surgical patients preferred
- Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including every other weekend and holidays
- Strong patient assessment, clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
Orthopedic Medical-Surgical RN Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to orthopedic, joint replacement, trauma, and general medical-surgical patients
- Complete focused and comprehensive patient assessments, monitor patient status, and promptly communicate changes in condition
- Administer medications and blood products safely in accordance with established nursing standards
- Prepare patients for surgical procedures and support postoperative recovery
- Deliver care aligned with joint replacement quality metrics and evidence-based clinical standards
- Provide patient and family education related to procedures, recovery, medications, mobility, and discharge planning
- Collaborate with nursing assistants and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to meet patient needs
- Document nursing care accurately in EPIC
- Maintain a safe, organized, and patient-centered environment while contributing to a supportive team culture
Apply now for this Travel Orthopedic RN opportunity in Bismarck, North Dakota, and join a dedicated medical-surgical healthcare team.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
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About Bismarck, ND
As a travel nurse in Bismarck, ND here's what you should know:- Bismarck's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 83°F, and winter lows can drop to around 5°F, so be prepared for a wide range of temperatures throughout the year.
- Short term rentals are available in Bismarck, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and demand for temporary housing.
- Bismarck is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Bismarck has a fairly homogenous population with a majority of residents being of European descent.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant portion of the population being middle-aged.
- Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder due to the long, cold winters.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Bismarck due to the demand for healthcare professionals in the area.
- Bismarck offers a variety of restaurants, cultural attractions, and outdoor activities.
- You can explore historical sites like Fort Abraham Lincoln, enjoy dinner cruises on the Lewis and Clark Riverboat, and visit the North Dakota State Capitol for stunning views.
- The city also has a range of dining and entertainment options, as well as riverfront trails for outdoor enthusiasts.