RN - MS Ortho

RN - MS Ortho

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Medical-Surgical / Orthopedics

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12-Hour Nights

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum of 2 years

License: Required

Certifications: BLS Certification

Must-Have: Driver's license

• Description:
  
  We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in Medical-Surgical / Orthopedics.
• This position requires a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
• The unit has a total of 22 beds with an average daily census of 6 patients.
• Nurse to patient ratios are 1:5-6.
• Common diagnoses include total knee replacements, total hip replacements, ankle replacements, total shoulder surgeries, and spinal procedures.
• RNs are not required to titrate IV drips.
• The unit is supported by nursing aides/patient care technicians at a ratio of 1:13.
• Charge nurses are present on each shift and take an assignment.
• Telemonitoring is provided, and tele techs will read and interpret strips.
• Shifts are self-scheduled with a cyclic rotation.
• Weekends are required every other week, and holiday shifts will rotate with permanent staff.
• RNs may float to other departments with Med-Surg acuity as needed.
• The ideal candidate is team-oriented, flexible, and eager to learn.
• Attributes that contribute to success in this role include taking ownership within the department and collaborative spirit.
• A 50-mile radius rule applies to candidates.
• All candidates should adhere to facility policies regarding personal grooming standards.
• Each nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive patient care.
• Additional time off requests need to be submitted upfront.
• The hospital reserves the right to cancel up to 4 shifts during the assignment.
• Experience with EPIC charting system is preferred.