Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics
Hendersonville, NC
Voca Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Shift: night - 3x12

UNIT DESCRIPTION The Orthopedic unit is a 34-bed surgical specialty unit focused on the care of patients undergoing operative and non-operative management of musculoskeletal conditions. Common case types include total joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder), fracture repairs, spine surgeries, and other orthopedic procedures. The unit operates in a fast-paced, throughput-driven environment with a strong emphasis on same-day or next-day post-operative mobility and discharge readiness. Nurses are experienced in post-operative care, pain management (including PCA and multimodal regimens), neurovascular assessments, and early mobilization protocols. Close collaboration with orthopedic surgeons, physical and occupational therapy, and care management is essential to achieving optimal functional outcomes and efficient patient progression. Additionally, as we continue to evolve this floor with new CMS guidelines, other surgical patient populations may be introduced to this floor; such as urology. Ideal Patient Ratio: 5:1 

QUALIFICATIONSStrongly Prefer at least 2 completed assignments in this modalityHighly Prefer Spinal and Urology Experience. Some units may require Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification prior to performing clinical care. Training and certification opportunities will be provided.Required Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina or one of compact states by the day of clinical care. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Must have EPIC Experience

Preferred One (1) year of experience working in a registered nurse role in an acute care / inpatient hospital setting.

SHIFT TIMES: Determined by SHIFT TYPE in Job Order

Day - 6:45 am - 7:15 pm

Night - 6:45 pm - 7:15 am

Every Other Weekend & Rotating Holidays 

Certifications: BLS - required 

Guaranteed Hours: 36