Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics - $1,905 per week
Cross Country Nurses — Hendersonville, NC
$1,905/wk
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- Orthopedics
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start
- 11/16/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Orthopedics for a travel nursing job in Hendersonville, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Orthopedics
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
The Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor Nurse is assigned to a fast-paced, 34-bed surgical specialty unit focused on the care of patients undergoing operative and non-operative management of musculoskeletal conditions. Located in an organization that emphasizes early mobilization and efficient discharge planning, this role involves coordinating patient care in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Job Details
- Position Description: Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting.
- Unit Description: The orthopedic unit is a surgical specialty unit with common case types including total joint replacements, fracture repairs, spine surgeries, and other orthopedic procedures. The environment is throughput-driven, with an emphasis on postoperative mobility and discharge readiness.
- Responsibilities: Administers patient care under the direction of a physician; identifies expected patient outcomes; reports and records care plans and patient responses; provides clinical nursing care consistent with healthcare organization standards; organizes and prioritizes care; consults with resources on complex issues; collaborates with colleagues; assesses data to determine care priorities; anticipates discharge needs; communicates with patients and families; develops clinical and operational skills; promotes a safe environment; ensures competency in skills; adheres to policies and procedures.
- Required Qualifications: Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina or one of the compact states by the day of clinical care; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; no minimum years of experience required.
- Preferred Qualifications: At least 2 completed assignments in this modality; strongly prefer spinal and urology experience.
- Schedule: Evening shift from 6:45 pm to 7:15 am, with 12-hour shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Some units may require Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification prior to performing clinical care. Training and certification opportunities will be provided.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1337531. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Orthopedic Floor
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus