Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in orthopedic care to join our fast-paced team. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing a variety of patient diagnoses, including orthopedic, neuro spine, and post-surgical cases. This position requires excellent pain management skills and the ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assess patient needs in a timely manner.
• Maintain a nurse-to-patient ratio of 5-6 patients, with the possibility of flexing to 7 in extreme situations.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with best practices.
• Monitor vital signs and telemetry data, initiating appropriate responses to changes in patient conditions.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in all required training and staffing activities, which may include floating to other medical-surgical units as needed.
• Complete all documentation accurately and promptly in accordance with hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of inpatient nursing experience with a strong emphasis on orthopedic care.
• Preferred Experience: Charge nurse experience, Level I trauma experience.
• Traveler Experience: First-time travelers are welcome if they have experience with EPIC.
• Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BCLS) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) certifications required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is preferred.
• Skills: IV start, telemetry monitoring, and pain management.

Work Schedule

This position offers 12-hour day shifts from 06:45 to 19:15. A commitment to every other weekend is required, and staff may need to make up shifts for call-outs on weekends. Scheduling options include block schedules (e.g., Friday/Saturday/Sunday or Saturday/Sunday/Monday).

Additional Information

Maximum allowable time off (RTO) is 7 days. Requests for holiday time off cannot be accommodated. All nurses will be required to float to other med-surg units based on staffing needs.

Candidates must pass EKG testing prior to their start date for this specialty. Our unit manages an average daily census of 37 patients with a total bed capacity of 39, providing a comprehensive care environment.

Patient Population

We care for a diverse patient population, including those recovering from orthopedic surgeries and other medical-surgical conditions. All confirmed COVID-19 patients are treated within the general hospital units rather than being cohorted in specific areas.

If you are a proactive and skilled nursing professional looking to make a difference in a challenging and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.