Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Orthopedics RN for a night shift hospital position requiring IL RN licensure, Epic experience, and Level 1 Trauma background.

Details

• Work in the Orthopedics unit providing care to ortho and medical/surgical patients
• Night shift schedule from 7:00PM to 7:30AM, 3 days per week, 36 hours weekly
• 6 weekend shifts required within a 6-week period
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Float to similar units as needed
• Uses Epic EMR charting system

Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license in good standing (temporary license accepted)
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum one year of relevant nursing experience required
• ASN required, BSN preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required

Additional Information

• Assess ortho and medical/surgical patients each shift and develop individualized plans of care
• Educate patients on wound care, mobility, self-care, medication management, and care transition needs
• Set up ortho traction and manipulate surgical traction devices for mobility and wound care
• Manage wound appliances including wound vacs, drains, pouches, and urological devices
• Coordinate care with physicians and surgeons and delegate tasks to healthcare team staff
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be considered
• RTO not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract
• Contingent workers may not remain on assignment for more than 1 year without a 6-month break in service before returning to this health system