Travel Medical-Surgical/Telemetry RN - Orthotrauma
6 days ago
Lubbock
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lubbock, Texas. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Med Surg, • Discipline: RN, • Start Date: 11/03/2025, • Duration: 26 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours, days, • Work on a Med/Surg Telemetry unit in a short-term acute care, Level II trauma center, • Patient ratio is typically 1:5-6, • Patient population includes post-operative ortho trauma cases requiring blood administration, wound vacs, and continuous passive motion (CPM) devices, • Epic EMR is used and Epic experience is required, • Day shifts (3x12 hours), 7:00 to 19:00, • Floating between units and to nearby sister facilities is required, • No on-call required, • Weekend shifts are required based on scheduling needs, • Responsibilities include caring for post-operative ortho trauma patients and administering specialized therapies, • Expect to float between all facilities within the state as needed, • Solid navy blue scrubs are required for nursing staff, • Must commit to working at least three of the five winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day), • Minimal to moderate requested time off (RTO) may be granted if submitted up front, • Pre-employment modules must be completed prior to start and annually, • Former permanent staff and local candidates are eligible with applicable restrictions\n \n Requirements\n, • Active TX or compact RN license in hand, • Minimum of 1 year RN experience in a comparable specialty or setting, • Experience with orthotrauma care, including blood administration, wound vacs, and CPM, • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, • Must provide two supervisory references from the past three years, • Epic EMR experience required, • Candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility, • Returning staff must have a 3-month separation from prior employment at the facility\n Benefits\n, • High Pay and Bonuses, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options, • 401(k) Plan, • Weekly Payroll Deposit, • Free Online CEUs, • Generous Housing Allowance, • Travel and Licensure Reimbursements, • Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.