Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics
Martinsburg, WV
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Orthopedic Medical Surgical Nurse specializing in orthopedic care on a rotating shift schedule in a hospital setting. This role involves providing direct patient care on a Medical Surgical orthopedic unit, managing patients with a variety of diagnoses including spinal, cranial, and other orthopedic conditions. The position requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Location: Not specified
• Shift: Rotating, 12-hour shifts, with scheduling requests entered via Kronos at least 2 weeks in advance for 4-week blocks; nights are typically scheduled in blocks.
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 48 hours per week, including every-other-weekend, rotating holidays, and participation in holiday coverage as needed.
• Required Qualifications: Valid license to practice, BLS (AHA) certification, NIHSS certification, minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with EPIC electronic medical record system, current experience in a Medical Surgical Orthopedic unit, and familiarity with common orthopedic diagnoses and treatments.
• Additional Information:
  • Unit details include 21 beds, with 7 private and 7 semi-private rooms.
  • Ratios are approximately 1:5-6 for both day and night shifts.
  • Must have basic arrhythmia recognition skills; mindful of cardiac rhythms and emergency responses.
  • Telemonitoring system is active remotely.
  • No trauma team or in-house hospitalist expected; RT and pharmacy services are available 24/7.
  • Floor-specific orientation includes one shift with a preceptor, with learning modules and EPIC training.
  • Attendance is critical; multiple shifts can be canceled within the assignment period.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits