Ortho Joint Replacement RN - Sign-On Bonus

Carle Health; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health's North Tower 4 is seeking a Registered Nurse for a 41-bed unit specializing in joint replacements and trauma care. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to external applicants with more than one year of experience and a three-year commitment.

Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and close coordination with physicians. Documentation must be accurate and timely; annual education may be required to comply with program standards.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Education: Nursing Diploma; Associate‘s Degree
• Work Experience: RN>1yr

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.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs.
• Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures.
• Modifies plan of care based upon continuous responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.
• Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues.
• Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base.
• Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.

Job description

Carle Health's North Tower 4 is seeking a Registered Nurse for a 41-bed unit specializing in joint replacements and trauma care. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to external applicants with more than one year of experience and a three-year commitment.

Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and close coordination with physicians. Documentation must be accurate and timely; annual education may be required to comply with program standards.