Travel Contract

Orthopedic Surgery RN
Missoula, Montana
Community Medical Center

$1,709-2,184/week

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Job info

Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Surgery

Location

Missoula, Montana

Employment Type

Travel contract
Contract length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

36 hours per week guaranteed
Every third weekend required
No call requirements

Unit and Patient Population

Acute Care floor
31 beds
Patient ratio: 1:6
Patient population: Adult and Geriatric
Specialty: Medical/Surgical Telemetry

Required Certifications and Licenses

Registered Nurse (RN) license
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid RN license in Montana
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Minimum 2 years of experience in Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery experience within the last year
Med Surg experience
Experience with NG tube placement and management
Experience with chest tube maintenance

Preferred Skills

Experience with Cerner Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Common Diagnoses and Treatments

Small bowel obstructions
Diabetic complications
Wound care
Acute kidney injury
Pneumonia
Sepsis

Additional Information

Float to other units as appropriate to experience
Orientation dates available throughout the year
Dress code: Any solid color scrubs; fluorescent colors are not acceptable
Personality fit: Outgoing, excellent communication skills, adaptable to change

Facility

Community Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
151 beds

ADDRESS2827 Fort Missoula RoadMissoula, MT 59804

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About Missoula, MT

As a Travel Orthopedic Surgery Nurse in Missoula, MT here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 50°F.
Winter sees average highs of 33°F and lows of 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to demand during peak seasons.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
Missoula has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Abundance of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, boating, and skiing.
Thriving cultural scene with theaters, symphony, opera, art museums, and galleries.
Plenty of dining options from food trucks to fine dining.

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