Registered Nurse (RN) - Nights - Orthopedics 7NE

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Morgantown is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for its Orthopedics unit during nighttime hours. This role involves providing high-quality inpatient nursing care, creating individualized care plans, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates must possess a current RN license and Basic Life Support certification within 30 days. The position offers a structured working environment and opportunities for professional growth in nursing care.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state of service location or eNLC.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient nursing care at night.
• Create individualized plans of care using the nursing process.
• Document care and participate in patient-centered care models.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Ability to handle stress

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Nights - Orthopedics 7NE

Join W WVU Medicine as a Registered Nurse for our Orthopedics unit during nighttime hours. This role focuses on providing comprehensive inpatient nursing care, utilizing the nursing process to deliver safe, high‑quality patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety and continuity of care through documentation, handoff tools/processes, and other methods.
• Create plans of care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnoses, intervention, and evaluation.
• Recognize patient safety concerns and utilize appropriate resources.
• Provide education based on each patient’s unique learning needs.
• Incorporate patient individuality and mutuality data into care delivery.
• Perform thorough patient assessment and documentation.
• Use teach‑back methods to evaluate education effectiveness.
• Apply Evidence‑Based Practice (EBP) in nursing care.
• Participate in an organizational patient‑centered care model.
• Document problems and issues in the plan of care.
• Grow in caring for complex patients by consulting with experienced colleagues.
• Commit to lifelong learning through self‑reflection and inquiry.
• Maintain accountability for delegated nursing care.
• Recognize scope of practice for all interprofessional team members.
• Collect holistic, culturally sensitive data.
• Assess the impact of family dynamics on healthcare and wellness.
• Integrate the American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics into practice.
• Identify discriminatory healthcare practices in culturally diverse populations.
• Individualize care based on patient beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn.

Physical Requirements

• Minimize manual patient lifting; limit to 35 lbs where possible. Use lift equipment or aids as needed.
• Perform heavy/hard work: lift, move, stoop, reach, stand, walk, carry equipment and materials weighing 40+ lbs.
• Maintain visual acuity within the normal range.
• Maintain hearing within normal range.

Working Environment

• Work protracted or irregular hours.
• Examine biohazards and infectious diseases.
• Handle deceased patients.
• Work with hands in water.
• Operate electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Competent clinical practice and critical thinking to efficiently deliver patient care while maximizing resources.
• Flexibility to respond to changes in workload, staffing, and scheduling.
• Ability to work successfully under high stress and adapt to varying assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state of service location or current multi‑state RN license via the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

Experience

• Less than 12 months of experience as a registered nurse.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.

CAPE Program Levels

The CAPE (Clinical Advancement Program) is a system‑wide clinical ladder for professional development and job satisfaction. Levels 1–6 describe experience, education, certifications, and required competencies such as charge nurse roles, precepting, QI, and governance participation.

Additional Job Information

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Shift: Night (United States of America)
• Exempt/Non‑Exempt: United States of America (Non‑Exempt)
• Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals
• Cost Center: 42 WVUH Nursing 7 Northeast
• Address: 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.