Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Salem, VA

Job Title

Travel RN – Medical Surgical (Ortho/Neuro/Peds)

Location

Salem, VA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Days | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Full-Time | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 30-bed Ortho/Neuro/Peds unit, maintaining patient ratios of 1:5 to 1:6
• Care for post-operative orthopedic, spine surgical, and podiatry patients, delivering comprehensive post-op nursing care
• Operate unit equipment including Baxter IV pumps, Medfusion pumps, and SCDs
• Document and manage patient records using the Meditech EMR system
• Serve as a strong patient advocate while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team
• Adhere to unit dress code: Navy Blue or White scrubs; no hoodies, pullovers, or T-shirts

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Virginia or compact state eligibility
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a Medical Surgical setting
• BLS certification required
• Strong communication skills; candidates without these will not be considered

Preferred Experience / Skills

• PALS certification and ability to care for pediatric patients
• Experience with post-operative orthopedic care
• Familiarity with Meditech EMR
• Team-oriented, positive attitude with a strong patient advocacy approach

Why Join Us

• Join a nationally recognized unit that ranked in the top 1% of over 2,000 medical/surgical units company-wide and holds Joint Commission Certification for Hip and Knee Replacements
• Work in a high-performing environment known for top patient experience scores as measured by HCAHPS