Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN – Orthopedics for travel assignments. This role involves providing specialized nursing care to patients recovering from orthopedic surgeries, injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions. The ideal candidate has strong assessment skills, experience in post-surgical care, and knowledge of orthopedic rehabilitation.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to patients with orthopedic conditions, including fractures, joint replacements, and spinal injuries.
- Monitor post-surgical recovery, manage pain, and prevent complications.
- Administer medications, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and rehabilitation teams.
- Educate patients and families on post-operative care, mobility, and rehabilitation exercises.
- Assist with casts, traction, braces, and mobility aids.
- Travel to various healthcare facilities for temporary assignments.
Qualifications
- Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in an orthopedic, med-surg, or rehab setting.
- Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred.
- Skills: Strong pain management, wound care, and mobility assistance skills.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to assist with patient transfers, lifting, and mobility support.
- Travel Readiness: Open to temporary travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and travel stipends.
- Work in leading orthopedic hospitals and rehabilitation centers.
- Access to continuing education and orthopedic-specific training.
- Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.
Job Description
Are you a passionate Orthopedics Registered Nurse (RN) seeking a rewarding travel healthcare assignment in Columbia, Missouri? TLC Nursing has the perfect opportunity for you!
In this dynamic 13-week assignment, you will immerse yourself in the bustling healthcare landscape of Columbia, Missouri, known for its vibrant community and top-notch medical facilities. As a travel nurse specializing in Orthopedics, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions, fractures, and joint replacements.
Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of specialized tasks, including administering medications, monitoring post-operative patients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and educating patients and their families on post-discharge care plans. Your expertise in Orthopedics will shine as you deliver compassionate care and support to patients throughout their treatment journey.
At TLC Nursing, we understand the unique needs of travel healthcare professionals. Founded by nurses, we offer round-the-clock recruiter support, personalized career guidance, assistance with housing, and licensing facilitation to ensure your assignment runs smoothly.
**Benefits:**
- Best in the Industry Pay Packages
- $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire
- Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law)
- 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years
- Aflac – Available for employee purchase
- Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals
- EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP
Ready to elevate your career as a travel nurse in the heart of Missouri? Apply now to embark on this exciting Orthopedics RN assignment in Columbia. Join TLC Nursing today and make a difference in the lives of patients while advancing your professional growth.