Orthopedic Surgery Registered Nurse
Gallatin, TN
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: RN - Orthopedic Surgery

Location: Gallatin, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel

Facility & Unit Overview

• 167-bed healthcare facility with Level III Trauma Center status
• Unit: Orthopedics, Post Operative, Med/Surg
• Unit beds: 23
• Patient ratios: 4-6:1
• Patient population: Geriatric, adult, pediatrics (13 and older)
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) system: Meditech
• Shift: See shift details
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
• Weekend hours: As needed, every third weekend
• Call requirements: None
• Float requirements: Must be willing to float as needed

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1 year of experience in specialty (Orthopedic Surgery, Post Op, Med/Surg)
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Certifications & Licensure

• Required certifications prior to start: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIH
• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee
• Must be checked against the Tennessee Abuse Registry prior to assignment start

Job Responsibilities & Expectations

• Provide quality healthcare to the local community and surrounding areas
• Work with post-operative joint, bariatric, GI, and trauma patients
• Must be highly motivated, demonstrate teamwork, and provide excellent customer service
• Preferred skills: Good assessment skills
• Personality fit: Hardworking, willing to ask questions when in doubt, kind and compassionate

Dress Code

• Scrub color: Any
• Unacceptable attire: T-shirts must display hospital logo; no acrylic nails

Summary

This travel RN position in Orthopedic Surgery offers a 13-week contract at a Level III Trauma Center with a focus on post-operative care. Candidates must have at least 1 year of specialty experience, required certifications, and a Tennessee RN license. The role requires flexibility with floating and weekend shifts, no call requirements, and a strong emphasis on teamwork and compassionate care.