Registered Nurse - Orthopedics nights - weekender

Registered Nurse – Orthopedics – Full Time – Nights – Weekender

Up to a $25,000 sign‑on bonus for qualified RNs!

Full Time Night shift weekender Registered Nurse RN on Orthopedics (Seton
2) at Lourdes Hospital.

Department

Description:

Seton 2 is a dynamic 24‑bed inpatient orthopedic surgical unit specializing in elective and emergent surgeries, including total knee and hip replacements, shoulder and spinal procedures. We have the capacity to monitor telemetry patients and thrive on delivering exceptional care in a diverse and challenging environment.

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence‑based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice.

• Registered Nurse in the State of Practice.
• BSN in Nursing preferred.
• Any previously agreed effective date for obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in nursing remains in effect, including those who transition from the NLRN Program.
• Any contract with specific time frames for obtaining a Bachelor’s degree supersedes the above points.
• Specialty Certification preferred.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS unit dependent.
• PALS unit dependent.

Registered Nurse must have at least one year of experience (or less if transitioned from the Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency Program). Must meet unit specifications regarding educational requirements during employment and maintain BLS certification.

Employs Nursing Professional Practice: assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care; develops updates and coordinates patient plans of care to achieve patient goals and optimize outcomes across the continuum. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

Advocates: effectively advocates for ethical and holistic care by partnering in care planning to promote autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs of those served.

Facilitates Learning: fosters a learning environment for patients/families, nursing, and other members of the healthcare team.

Aligns Practice with Safety and Quality: accountable for safety, identifies and corrects problems, integrates evidence and best practice into nursing care, and uses data to improve patient outcomes.

Engages in Professional Development: engages in ongoing professional development; practices at the top of license within legal parameters.

Demonstrates leadership as a change agent using collaborative leadership skills, collaborating with others as equal members of the inter‑professional care team.

• Proficiency in Information Technology, such as electronic health records, communication systems, computers, and equipment necessary to perform essential functions.
• Skilled working with a wide range of staff as part of an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff.
• Ability to use independent, critical judgment in all aspects of patient care delivery.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations.

Updated 3‑13‑24

Pay range: $39.00 – $54.12 per hour, plus differentials.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider