Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical @ Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Center

<p><strong>RN Position Job Notes:</strong></p> <p>Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.</p> <p><strong>Opportunity:</strong></p><p>RN - Med Surg Orthopedic</p><p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p><p>• Must be charge capable and willing to serve in charge nurse role<br>• Orthopedic experience required with minimum 2 years specialty experience<br>• EPIC charting system experience required<br>• Patient ratio of 1:5 or 1:6<br>• No on-call requirements<br>• May be floated to other in-patient units including rehab, post-op trauma, ortho neuro trauma, med-surg, oncology, and observation<br>• Care for patients with total joint replacements (knees, hips, shoulders), ortho spine procedures (ACDF, TILF), and other orthopedic surgeries<br>• Work with special equipment including bladder scanner, Hoyer lift, and orthopedic braces<br>• Required certifications: ACLS and BLS (AHA)<br>• Must maintain distance requirement of over 65 miles from facility to home address<br>• No call-ins allowed - strict attendance policy<br>• RTO requests must be discussed during interview process<br>• Compact or Louisiana license required upon submittal<br>• NURSYS reports required and must be current within 4 weeks of submission<br>• May be assigned to Emergency Team during facility emergency events with expectation to stay until event passes<br>• Block scheduling not accommodated<br>• No RTO greater than 2 weeks allowed</p><p><strong>Facility:</strong></p><p>This orthopedic specialty center is part of a comprehensive healthcare system that provides specialized orthopedic care and surgical services. The facility focuses on advanced orthopedic treatments including joint replacements, spine procedures, and various orthopedic surgeries. The center maintains high standards for patient care and utilizes modern equipment and technology to support complex orthopedic procedures and post-operative recovery.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong></p><p>Lafayette, LA</p><p>Lafayette offers a vibrant blend of Cajun culture, excellent cuisine, and southern hospitality in the heart of Louisiana&#39;s Acadiana region. The city provides a rich cultural experience with numerous festivals, outdoor recreation opportunities, and a growing healthcare industry that offers excellent career advancement opportunities.</p>