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Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Orthopedics for a travel nursing job in Charleston, West Virginia.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: OrthopedicsDiscipline: RNStart Date: 01/09/2025Duration: 13 weeks48 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: Travel Job Title: Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN)**\nJob Summary:\n An Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized care to patients undergoing orthopedic surgeries or treatment for musculoskeletal conditions. The RN focuses on assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for patients recovering from orthopedic procedures such as joint replacements, fractures, spinal surgeries, and other musculoskeletal disorders.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nAssess, plan, and provide post-operative and non-surgical care to patients with orthopedic conditions, including joint replacements, fractures, and musculoskeletal disorders.\nAdminister pain management, medications, and wound care to patients post-surgery.\nMonitor patients’ progress, ensuring proper healing, mobility, and pain control.\nCollaborate with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.\nEducate patients and their families on post-operative care, rehabilitation, and prevention of complications.\nAssist with the use of orthopedic equipment such as braces, splints, and traction devices.\nMonitor and manage conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT), wound healing, infections, and mobility issues.\nAssist with the application and removal of casts, orthopedic devices, and supports.\nProvide guidance and support to patients as they undergo physical therapy and rehabilitation.\nDocument patient care, treatments, and outcomes in accordance with established protocols and regulatory requirements.\nRespond to orthopedic-related emergencies, such as wound infections or orthopedic device malfunctions.\nAdvocate for patients, ensuring they receive timely access to orthopedic care and follow-up services.\n\n\nQualifications:\n\nEducation: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.\nLicensure:\n\nValid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.\n\n\nCertification:\n\nBasic Life Support (BLS) certification required.\nOrthopedic Nurse Certification (ONC) preferred.\n\n\nExperience: Prior experience in orthopedic nursing\n Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #29992562. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Ortho,19:00:00-07:00:00About Wellspring Nurse Source Wellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. You’re not just a number at Wellspring, you’re a valued member of our family. Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.