Provide professional, comprehensive nursing care for orthopedic surgical patients in an acute care environment. Coordinate safe, evidence-based quality care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
Earn Up to a $25,000 Sign‑On Bonus — Join the Orthopedics (Seton 2) RN Team in a Full Time day shift capacity at Lourdes Hospital!
Why This Role & Guthrie?
Orthopedics (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.
Our team values collaboration, communication, and patient‑centered care. Nurses are respected clinical partners here, not task‑doers, and the work you do directly influences diagnostic quality and treatment outcomes.
For over a century, the Binghamton community has trusted Lourdes for compassionate, personalized care. Now part of the Guthrie health system, our 197-bed acute care facility continues that legacy with modern technology, expanded services, and a team-first culture. We’re committed to helping our caregivers thrive — professionally and personally.
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 American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Essential functions and specific skills for the job are found in the unit specific onboarding checklist and in standards that are applicable to the specialty.
Registered Nurse in the State of Practice.
BSN in Nursing preferred.
Any previously agreed upon effective date for obtaining a Bachelor's degree in nursing between individuals and facilities will remain in effect, including those who transition to their position from the NLRN Program.
Any contract with specific time frames for obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing will supersede the above point and will remain in effect.
Specialty Certification is preferred
BLS certification.
ACLS is unit dependent.
PALS is unit dependent
Assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patients' care. Develops updates and coordinates the patients' plan of care to achieve patient goals and to optimize outcomes and transitions across the continuum. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Performs and maintains the currency of essential competencies as required by a specific area of hire and population served. 2.
updated 3-13-24
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $54.12 per hour plus differentials!
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Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.
The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.
Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the state of practice with at least one year of experience or completion of the NLRN program. BLS certification is required, and a BSN is preferred.
Market context
Orthopedic registered nurses are commonly sought in New York hospitals and surgical units because orthopedic care needs consistent staffing across inpatient recovery, mobility support, and post-op monitoring. This role can be competitive because employers often prefer a current New York RN license, BLS certification, and prior experience or residency completion; a BSN may strengthen your application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status, BLS, and experience before applying.
