Orthopedic RN - Joint Replacement & Trauma (Sign-On $10k)

Carle Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for NT4 with over 1 year of RN experience. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for external applicants meeting 3-year commitment. This 41-bed unit supports complex joint replacement and trauma cases across Orthopedics, Urology, and Gynecology services.

The role emphasizes comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, wound care education, and collaboration with physicians. A strong nursing team and Magnet-designated facility are highlighted.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).
• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - IDFPR, Illinois.

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.
• Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.

Skills

RN experience

Education

Nursing Diploma

Associate’s Degree

RN license (IDFPR)

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for NT4 with over 1 year of RN experience. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for external applicants meeting 3-year commitment. This 41-bed unit supports complex joint replacement and trauma cases across Orthopedics, Urology, and Gynecology services.

The role emphasizes comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, wound care education, and collaboration with physicians. A strong nursing team and Magnet-designated facility are highlighted.