Orthopedic Surgery RN
Gallatin, Tennessee
Sumner Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Surgery

Location: Gallatin, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with orthopedic surgery specialty to provide quality care in a Level III Trauma Center with a 23-bed unit. The patient population includes geriatric, adult, and pediatric patients (13 years and older).

Unit Information

• Unit: Orthopedic Surgery / Post Operative / Med/Surg
• Number of Beds: 23
• Patient Ratios: 4-6 patients per nurse
• EHR System: Meditech
• Shift: See shift details
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: As needed, approximately every third weekend
• Call Requirements: None
• Float Requirements: Must be willing to float as needed

Required Qualifications

• License: Registered Nurse license valid in Tennessee
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIH certifications required prior to start
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in orthopedic surgery or related specialty
• Education: Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or higher
• Must be highly motivated, demonstrate teamwork and customer service skills
• Must be hardworking, willing to ask questions when in doubt, kind and compassionate

Common Diagnoses / Treatments

• Postoperative joint care
• Postoperative bariatric care
• Postoperative gastrointestinal care
• Trauma patients

Additional Information

• Orientation is held weekly on Mondays
• Must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as a travel nurse
• Tennessee Abuse Registry check required prior to assignment start
• Dress code: Any scrub color allowed; T-shirts must display hospital logo; acrylic nails are not permitted

Personality Fit

• Hardworking
• Willing to ask questions when uncertain
• Kind and compassionate

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-established healthcare facility serving the Gallatin and surrounding areas with a strong focus on quality patient care.