Registered Nurse; RN - Orthopedic Trauma Surgery - Rotating

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply.

The Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery Unit is uniquely comprised of two units: the Orthopaedic Trauma Unit and the Joint Restoration Unit. Between the two units, we treat general and progressive care patients with varying diagnoses including: knee/hip replacements, spinal surgeries, infected joints, and amputations. We also care for patients who have sustained injuries from motor vehicle accidents, falls, or other traumatic accidents.

Experienced RNs are encouraged to apply to this fast-paced, surgical unit. We offer extensive training for new graduates and tailor orientation to experienced nurses' needs. Expand your skill set with external fixators, traction, multiple drains, wound care, and more. Come join this growing team in the exciting world of Orthopedic Trauma.

The Clinical Nurse I job integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job provides direction, education, and begins to acquire leadership skills at the unit level. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care.

This job also safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

The Clinical Nurse II job demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job mobilizes resources to meet the individualized needs of patient/families.

This job provides direction, education, and assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

The Clinical Nurse III job demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job provides direction, education, and serves as a role model in a clinical setting.

This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III:
Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III:
Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.

Experience

REQUIRED:


Clin I: N/A
Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience.

Experience PREFERRED:
Clin I:
Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice.
Clin II, Clin III:
Academic Health Care Experience;

Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice.

Education/training

REQUIRED:


Clin I, Clin II, Clin III:
Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing. All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date…