Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry

Location: Springfield, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 (must be specified on submission)
Number of Openings: 1

Unit and Patient Care Information

• Unit: Orthopedics, Neuro (Ortho Neuro 3C)
• Number of Beds: 27
• Patient Ratios (estimated):

  • Days: 1:5 to 1:6
  • Nights: 1:6 to 1:8
• Patient Population: Orthopedic patients, post-trauma, surgical interventions, and medical comorbidities
• Equipment: Alaris pumps, telemetry monitors, lift equipment
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC
• Float: Rotational basis within the unit

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Missouri
• Telemetry nursing experience of at least 1 year within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Skills and Experience

• Competence in drug titration essential
• Experience with inpatient telemetry patients required
• Preferred experience in orthopedic inpatient care
• Must be determined, decisive, and flexible

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk most of the shift
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and turning patients with assistance
• Physical demands include pushing, pulling, gripping up to 50 lbs, pinching up to 15 lbs, minimal kneeling, crouching, and crawling
• Exposure to blood and body fluids is a high risk
• Must be able to work varying schedules and shifts as required by patient care needs

Additional Requirements and Information

• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required from November 1 to April 1; declinations not accepted
• No call requirements
• Weekend hours as required by the facility
• Night shift orientation occurs on day shift and requires full week availability
• Dress code: Black scrubs; no torn clothes, open-toed shoes, or non-scrub attire allowed
• Must maintain patient confidentiality and professional accountability
• Coordinate patient care with ancillary departments
• Follow nursing practice guidelines and state nurse practice act

Facility Highlights

• Recognized for high-quality care and patient safety
• Level 1 Trauma Center and Level 2 Stroke Center
• Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center certification
• High CMS Star Rating in the region

Local Area Highlights

• Various cultural and recreational attractions including museums, parks, and local breweries/restaurants

Summary

This travel RN position requires at least 1 year of inpatient telemetry experience, strong clinical skills including drug titration, and flexibility to work night shifts with rotational float duties. The role involves caring for orthopedic and neuro patients in a busy telemetry unit with a focus on patient safety and quality care.