Job detail

RN - Orthopedics (Inpatient)

Carle Health

#BLS #Urology #Orthopedics #Acute Care #Nursing Process #AHA #Telemetry #Magnet Designation #Inpatient Care #Surgical Unit

Quick overview

The RN provides professional care for acute orthopedic and urology surgical patients, managing the entire recovery process from admission to discharge. Key duties include performing assessments, implementing care plans, and managing specialized equipment like wound vacs and traction devices.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be a Licensed Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois and hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the AHA. An Associate's Degree or High School Diploma/GED is required, with a BSN bonus available for qualified applicants.

high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreePatient AssessmentPatient EducationCare CoordinationPatient SafetyWound CareClinical DocumentationNursing ProcessMedication ManagementIV InsertionTelemetry MonitoringWound Vac ManagementCentral Line CareSurgical RecoveryNursing PrioritizationPCA Pump ManagementOrthopedic Traction

Job description

Overview

$ 10,000 Sign ON Bonus (3yr commitment) $ 5,000 Relocation >100miles $ 2,500 Relocation 50miles to 100miles $ 2,500 BSN Bonus External Applicants only RN >1yr Position Highlights: NT4 Ortho-Urology Surgical Unit Number of beds on

Unit

41 Patient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): NT4 is 41- bed unit specializing in the care of acute ortho and urology surgical patients. We are DNV certified for our hip and knee replacement surgeries. Surgical patients on this unit includes limb trauma patients, as well low acuity medical patients. With Carle being a level trauma center most regional trauma patients will be admitted to this unit. Nurse to Patient ratio: 1:4-6 Department culture and resources: North Tower 4 is a fast paced throughput unit that highly collaborates with physical and occupational therapists. The average length of stay for most patients is a max of three days, so staff can experience the entire recovery process of the patient. We focus on being a team to provide the best and safest care to our community. Our patients appreciate the kind and positive reassurance they receive from our staff. Additionally resources for the unit include: a full-time educator, part-time educator, 2 nurse supervisors, a manager, and charge nurses. Frequent nursing skills/equipment used: Wound Vacs, JP drains, Buck’s tractions, external fixators, lift equipment, orthotic devices (boots, slings, walker, etc), chest tubes, Foley/IV/Mediport insertions, Central line care and lab draws, Nursing prioritization, IV pumps, PCA pumps, Feeding pumps, SCDs, Telemetry monitoring, Patient connection The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.

Qualifications

License/Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED; Associate's Degree

Other Knowledge/Skills

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service.
Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice.