Registered Nurse Medical Surgical

Job Title

Travel RN – Orthopedics / Medical Surgical (Night Shift)

Location

Bowling Green, KY | Inpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Projected Start: September 21, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a combined Orthopedic and Medical Surgical unit (30-bed Ortho unit and 37-bed Med Surg unit)
• Manage a patient load at a typical ratio of 6:1, utilizing teamwork strategies and a patient-centered care approach
• Document patient information and care activities using the Meditech electronic documentation system
• Float to inpatient units to take patients, and assist with tasks in CCU and ED as needed per floating policy
• Collaborate with PCTs, SNEs, and unit secretaries to ensure efficient unit operations
• Adhere to unit dress code: scrubs required; no fleece, hoodies, sweatshirts, sweaters, denim, camo, or shoes with holes

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• Ability to manage a full patient load and work effectively within a team-based environment
• Positive attitude and commitment to patient-centered care

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in Orthopedics or Medical Surgical nursing
• Familiarity with Meditech documentation system
• Experience working in a high-census inpatient environment with a 6:1 patient ratio

Why Join Us

• All experience levels are welcome to apply, making this an accessible opportunity for a wide range of qualified travel nurses
• Work within a well-supported unit staffed with PCTs and unit secretaries, allowing nurses to focus on quality patient care