```htmlJob Opportunity – Registered Nurse (RN) – Orthopedic/Medical-Surgical – North Carolina
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 36 or 48 hours per week available. Every other weekend required. Patient ratio typically 5-6:1, may flex to 7:1 in extreme circumstances.
Highlights:
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Fast-paced orthopedic and neuro spine unit with post-surgical and medical-surgical patient population
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Epic EMR system experience required
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Contract length: 13 weeks or longer, through February 27 end date
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Floating required to other medical-surgical units within the facility based on census needs
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Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, physical therapy, and rapid response teams
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36 hours of orientation provided
Requirements:
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Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
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Orthopedic experience required
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Epic EMR experience required (first-time travelers accepted with Epic experience)
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Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state license)
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Required certifications: BLS, NIH Stroke Scale
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Required skills: IV start and telemetry monitoring
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Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
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Preferred: ACLS certification, charge nurse experience, Level I trauma experience
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Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a dynamic orthopedic and neuro spine team where your clinical expertise directly impacts patient outcomes in pain management and post-surgical recovery. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse patient population including total joint replacements, spinal cord injuries, and orthopedic trauma cases, supported by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team. Ideal for experienced nurses who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.
Patient Population:
Average daily census of 37 patients across 39 beds. Patient diagnoses include orthopedic conditions, neuro spine cases, medical-surgical patients, and post-surgical care. Nurses must be skilled in pain management protocols, including multiple pain medication administration for the high post-surgical and orthopedic patient population.
Additional Information:
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Up to 7 days of requested time off may be approved (no holiday time off permitted)
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Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
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No requested time off allowed during first week or after contract signing
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Pre-start online modules required (8-10 hours, non-billable)
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Local candidates accepted (different rate structure applies)
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