Registered Nurse Orthopedic

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - Orthopedic

Location

• Springfield, IL

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, Night shift (4x12 hours)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to orthopedic patients in a 38-bed unit within a Level I trauma center
• Manage IV therapy, including PICC line treatments and starting IVs
• Document patient care using Cerner electronic charting system
• Float within hospital departments and to affiliate facilities as needed
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure best patient outcomes
• Adhere to hospital policies, including holiday and RTO scheduling requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of current nursing experience in acute or orthopedic care
• Valid IL nursing license in hand at time of application
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Strong IV therapy and phlebotomy skills (including PICC line management)
• Experience with Cerner electronic charting system preferred
• Ability to work every third weekend and two of three major holidays
• Must be willing to float within scope to meet facility needs

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Telemetry experience preferred
• Previous travel nurse experience preferred
• Additional certifications (AHA, Red Cross) required; RQI cards not accepted

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a reputable acute care hospital with Magnet designation and Level I trauma status
• Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient care within a supportive environment
• Competitive night shift scheduling with guaranteed hours and paid time off for cancellations

Additional Details

• Shift involves working nights (7:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
• Parking permit provided at no cost
• Travel compliance required, including background checks, fingerprints, and sanctioned hours
• Traveling clinicians must be at least 50 miles from the facility; locals accepted
• Floating is mandatory across hospital departments and affiliate hospitals
• Modules and training completed virtually on the first day and annually
• No on-call requirement; limited cancellation hours permitted without charge