Clinical Nurse Orthopedics

BJC Healthcare; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse for the Orthopedic Unit. This full‑time night role involves 3 shifts of 12 hours each per week, within a 23‑bed orthopedic unit recognized for excellence and innovation.

Qualification requirements include a Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree with licensure obtained within 90 days of graduation; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. Competitive benefits and a generous sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Nursing Diploma/Associate's - Nursing.
• Experience: No Experience / Supervisor Experience (Not specified)
• Preferred Requirements: Education Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
• Licensure: Must obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation to remain employed in MO health system.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient- and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Educates patients and families on illness/injury management, home care needs and medication administration.
• Uses critical nursing skills to assess, plan and evaluate patient needs and plan care accordingly.
• Evaluates patient response and modifies plan of care; participates in safety, quality and regulatory activities; supports professional development.

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's - Nursing

Bachelor's Degree - Nursing

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Schedule: Full-Time Nights, 3 x 12-hour shifts per weekSign-On Bonus Eligible up to $15,000 Join a Nationally Recognized Orthopedic Team

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse to join our highly regarded Orthopedic Unit (17500), a 23-bed specialized care center recognized for excellence in orthopedic care and innovation. Ranked among the nation's top hospitals for Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report, our team delivers advanced, patient-centered care using the latest techniques in limb salvage, minimally invasive procedures, complex deformity correction, trauma intervention, and surgical repair. About the Orthopedic Unit

Our orthopedic program provides specialized care across a wide range of services, including: Foot, ankle, and lower leg care Hand and wrist surgery Joint preservation, resurfacing, and replacement Musculoskeletal oncology Physical medicine and rehabilitation Shoulder and elbow care Spine surgery Trauma services Sports medicine As an orthopedic nurse, you'll gain exposure to a diverse patient population and a variety of complex cases, creating endless opportunities for professional growth and clinical development.

What Makes Our Unit Unique

4:1 patient-to-nurse ratio on both day and night shifts Dedicated charge nurse support Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment Partnership with physicians, advanced practice nurses, case managers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and enterostomal therapists Strong focus on teamwork, patient outcomes, and professional development Patient Population

You’ll care for a diverse group of patients, including those with: Post-operative orthopedic needs Sports-related injuries Degenerative arthritis Complex musculoskeletal conditions Orthopedic trauma

A Positive and Supportive Culture

Our unit is known for its exceptional team culture and employee engagement. Under strong leadership, the Orthopedic Unit has become a highly sought-after destination for new graduate nurses, internal transfers, and experienced external candidates alike. Team members value the supportive environment, opportunities for growth, and commitment to staff well-being. If you’re looking to build your orthopedic nursing career within a nationally recognized program, we encourage you to apply and become part of our outstanding team.

Overview

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose The Graduate Nurse provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care after completing a nursing program and before licensure. Will be required to obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation from an accredited school of nursing to remain employed in a HSO in the state of Missouri.

Responsibilities

Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration. Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate patient’s physical, psychosocial and emotional needs. Develops and implements individual plans of care in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Evaluates patient’s response and modifies plan of care accordingly throughout the patient’s stay. Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's- Nursing

Experience

No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience

Preferred Requirements

Education Bachelor's Degree- Nursing

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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.*Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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