Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Burlington, North Carolina
Alamance Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Ortho) - Travel/Contract

Location: Burlington, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Ortho)
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: 3x12 hour shifts, Nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Schedule: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
• No call required
• Float to other units as needed

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Charge RN experience required
• First-time travelers are welcome (no prior travel experience required)

Unit Description

• 29-bed unit caring for adults through geriatrics
• Patient population includes orthopedic patients (total joint replacements, fracture repairs, kyphoplasties) and medical-surgical patients
• Telemetry monitoring available
• Unit includes a physical therapy gym for patient rehab without leaving the unit
• Moderate to high patient volume

Certifications & Licenses Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC certified
• Charge RN experience required (implies leadership skills)
• Pass/Fail EKG exam required for all RNs (must score 82% or higher, 2 attempts allowed)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (verify with program management):

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - may be preferred
  • NIH Stroke Certification - required for Cardiac Progressive Care, MS/Tele units
• State RN license verification required (primary source verification within 30 days of start)
• NURSYS verification required within 60 days of start

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
• Social Security Card (for badge issuance)
• Background check within 60 days covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years, including aliases, national criminal search, federal court, sex offender registry, FACIS Level 3, education verification
• Foreign equivalency evaluation if education obtained outside the U.S.
• Transcript/Diploma for highest education level (if applicable)
• Education verification: Associate’s degree in nursing or higher required
• High School Diploma/GED verification as applicable
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 40 days of start
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (adult vaccine proof required)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 6 months
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - positive titer or 2 vaccines required
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination
  • Varicella - positive titer or 2 vaccines required
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required
• Fit mask test (N95) completed within current calendar year and updated annually
• Physical exam (if applicable)
• References: 2 supervisory references required from recent assignments (within 12 and 24 months)
• Employment application/resume with 7-year work history
• Work history verification for last 5 years through third-party vendor
• Annual skills checklist with a one-week grace period for renewal

Additional Job Details

• Zero-tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences
• Candidate must be flexible with scheduling
• Floating to other units as needed
• Pass/Fail EKG exam required regardless of specialty
• Candidate must complete Cone Health’s Health History Form and other facility-specific documents prior to clearance
• Badge photo must meet strict facility requirements (no selfies, solid color background, business casual or uniform attire, forward-facing pose)

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Registered Nurse with orthopedic and medical-surgical experience, working night shifts on a 29-bed unit in Burlington, NC. The role requires at least 2 years of nursing experience, charge nurse experience, and multiple certifications including BLS and a pass/fail EKG exam. The position involves caring for a diverse patient population with orthopedic surgeries and medical conditions, with a focus on quality patient care and compliance with strict facility policies.

Note: Prior travel experience is NOT required for this position.