Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedics

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedics
Job Type: Part Time | 0.6 | Day Shift
Wage scale: $42.14 - $78.11 per hour

This is a Union Hospital.

Your experience matters
Lourdes Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. 

More about our team 
Our Orthopedics Department embodies a culture of teamwork and effective communication, which are essential for providing specialized care to patients. This 10-bed department provides clinical care specific to the age of the patient population served in the Medical / Surgical Orthopedics unit. The organization promotes a positive work environment through teamwork, schedule flexibility, and a strong focus on professional support and work‑life balance.
-    1:5 Nurse Ratio
-    12 Hour Shifts
-    10 Beds

How you'll contribute
You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing. 
A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:
-    Plans, coordinates and implements patient care specific to the age of the patient population served in the Medical Surgical Orthopedics unit.
-    Performs plan of care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments.
-    Documents patient care and monitors patient condition, communicating with care team, physician, patient, and family.
-    Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
-    Coordinates patient care across disciplines, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and support needs.
-    Provides patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, and circumstances.
-    Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.
-    Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
-    Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
-    Performs other duties as assigned.

Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  
-    $10,000 - $20,000 Commitment-Incentive Bonus (Pro-Rated for Part-Time)
-    $2.25 - $4.50 Shift differential
-    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts  
-    Competitive paid time off for full-time employees 
-    Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage 
-    Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching  
-    Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness 
-    Professional development and growth opportunities

What we're looking for
Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor's degree or associate degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:
-    Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
-    Current RN license in state of practice; BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and Handle with Care preferred.
-    1 year of Acute Care RN experience required.

About our Health System
Lourdes Medical Center is a 35-bed hospital located in Pasco, WA, and Lourdes Behavioral Health is a 48-bed hospital located in Richland, WA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

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EEOC Statement
Lourdes Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lourdes Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.