Ortho Surgical RN - Night Shift (Full-Time)

Bronson Health; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare in Kalamazoo is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Orthopaedic Surgical Unit on the night shift (12N–7A). You will manage patient care using the nursing process, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, and support timely discharges.

Requires an RN license in Michigan, with an Associate degree (BSN preferred, within 8 years of hire). BLS and unit-specific certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred, must obtain within 8 years of hire.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing for the state of Michigan.
• BLS certification required by completion of core orientation.
• Critical care or ALS as well as other certifications may be required for some RNs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to orthopaedic surgical patients using the nursing process.
• Coordinate the care provided by other professionals to achieve quality outcomes and timely discharge.
• Delegate selected tasks to patient care assistants within the scope of professional nursing practice.
• Document and communicate patient response to care provided, consumption of resources and anticipated needs.

Skills

BLS certification

Critical care

ALS

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Bronson Healthcare in Kalamazoo is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Orthopaedic Surgical Unit on the night shift (12N–7A). You will manage patient care using the nursing process, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, and support timely discharges.

Requires an RN license in Michigan, with an Associate degree (BSN preferred, within 8 years of hire). BLS and unit-specific certifications may be required.