Orthopedic Trauma Registered Nurse

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic in Salem, VA is seeking a patient-centered nurse to provide orthopedic trauma care. You will assess patients on admission and throughout shifts, monitor changes, and perform provider-ordered procedures while delivering medications and documenting care.

The role requires strong nursing judgment, clear communication with the care team and families, and advocacy to support informed, safe decisions for patients and their loved ones.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and nursing documentation required.
• Ability to administer medications accurately and monitor responses.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and the care team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients on admission and each shift.
• Monitor and report changes in condition to the care team.
• Perform provider-ordered procedures.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Document nursing care accurately and completely.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team.
• Advocate for patients and families to support informed decisions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Documentation

Communication

Patient-centered care

Job description

Role: Provide patient-centered nursing care for orthopedic trauma patients.

Key Duties

• Assess patients on admission and throughout each shift.
• Monitor and report changes in condition to the care team.
• Perform provider-ordered procedures.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Document nursing care accurately and completely.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team.
• Advocate for patients and families to support informed care decisions.

Qualifications & Skills: Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, patient monitoring, documentation, and communication skills; ability to work effectively with providers and the broader care team while maintaining a patient-centered approach.