Travel Registered Nurse Orthopedics Job

Overview

Registered Nurse – Orthopedics in Lancaster, PA. Start 11/17/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment in an inpatient setting. Weekly pay ranges from $2,467 to $2,525 with guaranteed 40 hours per week.

Shift is 4x10-hour days, typically 7:00 am–5:30 pm (some departments may run 9:00 am–7:30 pm). This assignment involves orthopedic surgical care and may require weekend call rotation.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,467–$2,525 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 4x10-hour day shifts (typical 7:00 am–5:30 pm; some departments may be 9:00 am–7:30 pm)
• Start date: 11/17/2026
• Assignment setting: travel RN in orthopedic care within an inpatient hospital setting

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care for orthopedic surgical patients across the perioperative and postoperative continuum.
• Monitor patient status, administer medications, manage pain, perform neurovascular checks, and document changes in patient condition.
• Support preoperative screening, discharge planning, patient and family education, and care coordination with the surgical team, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
• Assist with OR scheduling and independent case management as needed, ensuring patient safety and equipment readiness for ortho procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to optimize recovery and mobilization plans; maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in weekend rotation and on-call duties; arrive within 30 minutes of call and be prepared to support late cases as needed.

Requirements

• Active RN license in Pennsylvania.
• 1 year of acute care nursing experience; orthopedic or surgical unit experience preferred.
• BLS certification.
• Associate or Bachelor degree in Nursing (ADN or BSN).
• Ability to work in a hospital setting and participate in a weekend on-call rotation.
• Must arrive within 30 minutes of receiving a call.

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours
• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated assignment support
• Extension opportunities

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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