Neuro-Ortho RN Residency - $10K Sign-On Bonus

LewisGale Regional Health System; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 43,669 - 65,491; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition assistance

Education support

401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% to 9

Paid time off and disability coverage

Job summary

The RN Residency Program at LewisGale Medical Center provides a paid transition with structured learning experiences, including advanced clinical training, monthly education, and preceptorship. You will coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in collaboration with the care team and physicians.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, documentation, medication administration, and teaching patients and families about care plans, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license in the state.
• No previous nursing experience required.
• Some travel may be needed for training.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
• Perform the administration of prescribed medications. Monitor patient for therapeutic response. Notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
• Perform exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strive to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
• Teach patients, families and caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow‑up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

The RN Residency Program at LewisGale Medical Center provides a paid transition with structured learning experiences, including advanced clinical training, monthly education, and preceptorship. You will coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in collaboration with the care team and physicians.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, documentation, medication administration, and teaching patients and families about care plans, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and