Travel RN, Ortho - Tyler, TX
- Nurse-to-patient ratio 1:6
- 12-hour shifts
- Travel
- BLS
- ACLS
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This assignment posts $1,848 a week, the agency's gross: a taxable hourly rate plus housing and meal stipends. Open travel registered nurse assignments post a median of $2,082 a week, the middle half $1,896 to $2,301, across 1,286 assignments, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Staff pay is hourly and carries no stipends, so it is not set beside it.
What Texas law requires of the employer
- Nurse staffing committee or plan: Texas hospitals must keep a nurse staffing committee, at least 60 percent direct care nurses, that recommends the nurse staffing plan. Tex. Health & Safety Code § 257.004(a) (source: Tex. Health & Safety Code § 257.004(a))
- Limits on mandatory overtime: Hospitals may not require nurses to work mandatory overtime or use on-call time as a substitute, with exceptions for disasters, declared emergencies, unforeseen events and procedures in progress (covers registered and vocational nurses in hospitals). Tex. Health & Safety Code § 258.003 (source: Tex. Health & Safety Code § 258.003)
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About the job
Registered Nurse - MS Ortho Unit
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
Night Shift: 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:00)
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for our MS Ortho Unit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in orthopedic nursing, coupled with experience in managing a variety of patient conditions. You will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care, ensuring comfort, safety, and well-being throughout their stay.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
- Conduct assessments and develop care plans.
- Manage IV therapy and various medical devices.
- Assist with patient education and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
- Adhere to safety protocols and infection control measures.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in an orthopedic unit.
- Experience with Epic charting system.
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage a patient ratio of 1:6.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
- SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
- SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
From ARMStaffing's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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