Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Specialty - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekends

No nights

No holidays

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Clinic in Richmond, VA. You will coordinate patient care from intake through surgery, collaborating with the orthopedic team across multiple clinic sites, and provide specialized orthopedic nursing care in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

The role emphasizes education for patients and families, precise documentation, and safe medication administration.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Virginia
• BSN or MSN preferred; enroll in BSN within 5 years
• BLS, ACLS certification as required for role
• Experience in orthopedic, perioperative, or surgical nursing is a plus
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care from pre-op through post-op for a seamless surgical experience
• Provide expert-level, age-specific nursing care per orders and plans
• Document patient care, assessments and responses to treatment
• Safely administer prescribed medications and monitor for interactions
• Educate patients and families about procedures, recovery and ongoing care
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to promote wellness and injury prevention

Skills

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Leadership

Education

BSN or MSN preferred

RN BSN progression within 5 years

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

## Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Specialty - DaysApplylocations: Richmond, VA: Chester, VA: Henrico, VA: Colonial Heights, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R41842$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Offers Accepted by May 31, 2026. Terms and Conditions Apply. Our amazing team at the Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Clinic is looking for a motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join us! This is a unique and exciting opportunity to advance your career in a specialized role where you will coordinate care for patients from intake through surgery. You will work closely with the orthopedic surgery team, supporting surgeons across our Short Pump, Downtown, and Stony Point Clinics. What You’ll Do: • Coordinate patient care from pre-op through post-op, ensuring a seamless surgical experience. • Provide expert-level, age-specific nursing care based on medical orders and multidisciplinary treatment plans. • Accurately document patient care, assessments, and responses to treatment. • Safely administer prescribed medications, identifying potential interactions or incompatibilities. • Serve as an Orthopedic Surgery Support Nurse, offering specialized expertise in orthopedic patient care. • Educate patients and their families about surgical procedures, recovery, and ongoing care. • Collaborate with the healthcare team to promote patient wellness and injury prevention. What We’re Looking For: • Active RN license in Virginia • BSN or MSN preferred. All RN’s must enroll and complete a BSN program within 5 years • BLS, ACLS certification (as required for role) • Previous experience in orthopedic, perioperative, or surgical nursing is a plus • Strong communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills Why Join Us? • Work in a dynamic outpatient setting with no weekends, nights or holidays! • Opportunity for career growth in a specialized orthopedic role • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package If you’re passionate about orthopedic nursing and want to be part of an exceptional team, apply today! Justification The Clinical Nurse I job integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job provides direction, education, and begins to acquire leadership skills at the unit level. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job also safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions. The Clinical Nurse II job demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job mobilizes resources to meet the individualized needs of patient/families. This job provides direction, education, and assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions. The Clinical Nurse III job demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and begins to apply this knowledge to a specific patient population. This job assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This job anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. This job provides direction, education, and serves as a role model in a clinical setting. This job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This job safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact stateLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalentExperience REQUIRED:Clin I: N/AClin II: 12 to 24 months RN experienceClin III: 3 years of clinical experienceExperience PREFERRED:Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practiceClin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practiceEducation/training REQUIRED:Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state’s Board of Nursing.All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date unless grandfathered under previous requirements.Education/training PREFERRED:Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited programClin III: Certification in specialty areaIndependent action(s) required:Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders.Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.Additional position requirements:Age Specific groups served:As appropriate based on unit assignment.Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substancesActivities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environmentDays