Orthopedic Trauma RN — High-Impact Acute Care

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Health Saving Plans

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks an experienced RN to provide high-acuity orthopedic trauma care on 6 East. You will work within a fast-moving inpatient team delivering evidence-based nursing care to patients with complex orthopedic injuries, including total joint and spine, while collaborating with surgeons, therapists, and case managers.

You will be part of a Magnet-recognized nursing culture that emphasizes professional growth, quality improvement, and shared governance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• BSN required within 5 years of hire.
• Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.
• AHA Health Care Provider (BLS) certification required.
• 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based nursing care to orthopedic trauma patients in an acute inpatient setting.
• Manage postoperative care including pain control, mobility progression, wound management, and neurovascular assessment.
• Collaborate with orthopedic trauma surgeons, advanced practice providers, physical and occupational therapists, and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Respond to changes in patient condition with strong clinical assessment and escalation skills.
• Support safe transitions of care through patient education and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Perform comprehensive admission assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning and support patients in regaining function and independence.

Skills

Acute care

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Pain management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks an experienced RN to provide high-acuity orthopedic trauma care on 6 East. You will work within a fast-moving inpatient team delivering evidence-based nursing care to patients with complex orthopedic injuries, including total joint and spine, while collaborating with surgeons, therapists, and case managers.

You will be part of a Magnet-recognized nursing culture that emphasizes professional growth, quality improvement, and shared governance.