RN Inpatient - Ortho - (Rotating Shifts)

Orthopedic And Surgical Care Registered Nurse

Careers with Purpose As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in the United States, Sanford Health is always looking to innovate and grow. Grow with us by joining our team of over 18,000 nurses. Our workplace culture focuses on treating patients and co-workers like family. You'll work with people who value your advancement and help you find your niche.

Facility: Sanford S Univ Med Ctr

Location: Fargo, ND

Address: 1720 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 36.00

Salary Range: $34.00 - $48.00

Sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants!

Department Details

Sign on bonus available with work commitment to Sanford Health! New grads welcome to apply! A 28-bed unit specializing in orthopedic and surgical care located within an Orthopedic Specialty Hospital at Sanford South University campus housing the orthopedic clinics and surgery center. As a Center of Joint Success, the main focus is caring for patients undergoing elective orthopedic surgeries and total joint replacements. Nurses work very closely with physical therapists, occupational therapists, case managers, and providers throughout the day to ensure patients receive optimal care. The unit is known for being a fast-paced unit with a culture of teamwork that leads to positive outcomes for both employees and patients. Closed campus staffing along with the inpatient acute Rehab unit (not required to float to other campuses). Opportunities for self-scheduling. Ongoing support during and after orientation via clinical learning and development specialists and Nurse Residency Program for new graduates. Sanford Health has achieved Disease Specific Certification Designation from The Joint Commission in Total Hip, Total Knee, Total Shoulder, and Hip Fracture care. Sanford Health continues to lead the way in Bone Health by maintaining "Star Performer" status from the American Orthopedic Association's Own the Bone program and by being the recipient of the Women's Choice Award for America's Best Hospitals for Orthopedics. RN Continuing educational opportunities that promote and encourage specialty certifications (ONC, PMGT-BC, MedSurg-BC, and more!) Ability to apply for career lanes after one year. Advancement opportunities available (preceptor, charge nurse, committee involvement, and more!)

Job Summary

We're looking for positive, compassionate, hardworking registered nurses (RN) who can provide the high-quality care patients and families have come to expect from us. In our fast-paced work environment, the registered nurses who thrive are adaptable, great communicators, detail-oriented and have excellent time management skills. Because innovation impacts everything we do, our nursing team is full of critical thinkers who aren't afraid to ask tough questions. Whether you're a newly graduated registered nurse or have years of experience as an RN, we want someone willing to work closely with our nursing leaders to advance the organization. We take pride in giving you the necessary skills and tools to succeed in your goals throughout your career.

Responsibilities

Plans and coordinates patient care, assessment, education, triage and various other nursing interventions Collaborates with colleagues, including physicians, to plan, implement and evaluate care Empathetically cares for patients during all stages of preventive services, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up along the continuum of care Demonstrates competency and uses comprehensive nursing expertise

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited nursing program required, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor's Degree in nursing preferred. Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.