Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics - $2,011 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Orthopedics for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Orthopedics Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Ortho Trauma/General Surgery We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Ortho Trauma and General Surgery team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in orthopedic, neurological, and trauma care. Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with severe injuries to bones, joints, and soft tissue, as well as traumatic brain and spine injuries. Monitor and assess patient conditions and respond appropriately to changes in patient status. Ensure effective communication through SBAR and maintain accurate patient records using EPIC. Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient care outcomes. Float to similar units and alternate care locations as required. Required Skills and Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred. Minimum of two years of experience in Ortho, Neuro, or Trauma nursing. First-time travelers are welcome to apply. Charge nurse experience preferred. Contract Details: Shifts: 12-hour night shifts from 1845 to 0715. Available contract lengths: 36 or 48 hours, with options for longer contracts (13-26 weeks). Requires availability for every other weekend. Patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:5-6. Limited to a maximum of 7 days of requested time off (RTO) for contract offers. Additional Responsibilities: Participate in Storm and Hurricane Teams as needed during catastrophic events or disasters. May be subject to redeployment to various units based on patient care needs. Patient Diagnoses: The unit primarily manages patients diagnosed with: Severe injuries to bones, joints, and soft tissue. Traumatic brain injuries and neurological trauma. Spinal injuries and related pain. Subdural hematoma. Unit Orientation: 12-hour unit-specific orientation. 16-hour organizational orientation education. Dress Code: Scrubs should be navy or white. We invite qualified candidates to apply and join a dedicated team committed to exceptional patient care in a dynamic nursing environment. Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID 38425428. 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: RN Ortho About Wellspring Nurse Source Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth , and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients. Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026 , a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey. We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with. If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.