Registered Nurse (RN), Orthopedic Unit 4E - Nights - $20K Sign on Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedic Unit (4E)

Full Time, Night Shift (Three 12-hour shifts, Every third weekend rotation)

$20,000 SIGN-ON BONUS OPPORTUNITY

The RN on the Orthopedic Unit (4E) provides comprehensive care to patients admitted for both elective and non-elective orthopedic surgeries. These procedures include, but are not limited to, total joint replacements, spine surgeries, and fracture fixations. This Unit also serves patients with complex wounds requiring biopsies, and/or cultures for targeted antibiotic therapy and wound management. In addition, the unit frequently cares for individuals recovering from traumatic injuries who may need to use orthopedic devices such as external fixators or traction.

The patient population primarily consists of middle-aged to older adults. Nurses on this unit gain valuable experience in pain management, wound care, and discharge planning, including transitions to home or extended care facilities. There are also significant opportunities to support patients through physical and occupational therapy assessments as part of their recovery journey.

As a Registered Nurse (RN) at Memorial you will be responsible for delegation, supervision and provision of the nursing care of a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process. Provides age-appropriate care. Participates in research when appropriate and incorporates research findings into evidence-based clinical practice. Contributes to quality improvement processes. Adheres to MHS Mission, Vision, and Values, the MHS Nursing Division Mission, Vision and Philosophy, the ANA Code of Ethics and the Illinois Nursing Act.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• RN license in the State of Illinois required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification per policy required.
• Must be able to position and/or transfer an average adult patient and possess gross coordination sufficient to perform other patient care duties as required. Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing. Must be able to perform difficult manipulative skills such as IV insertion and IM injections.
• Environmental working conditions include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, contagious diseases and/or radioactive or other potentially hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Professional Nursing Care
• Age appropriate assessment.
• Data analysis to identify nursing problems.
• Defines individualized patient outcomes.
• Develops an interdisciplinary, individualized plan of care in partnership with patients and families.
• Implements specified interventions to attain expected outcomes.
• Evaluates the patient's progress toward attainment of outcomes, revising the plan when indicated.
• Supervision and Delegation
• Delegates patient care tasks to LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel based on job description, individual capability and patient needs.
• Communicates patient status and caregiver performance expectations.
• Appropriately supervises performance of LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Directs performance improvement for LPNs and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Builds teamwork when supervising and delegating to others.
• Communication and Collaboration
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills.
• Uses therapeutic communication techniques.
• Demonstrates assertiveness.
• Communicates relevant patient information to other members of the health team.
• Documents patient care according to Memorial policies and procedures.
• Ensures appropriate implementation of physician's orders.
• Accesses electronic data to facilitate patient care.
• Creates and maintains a collaborative work environment.
• Participates in interdisciplinary planning and decision making.
• Precepts new nursing employees and/or nursing students.