Registered Nurse (RN), Ortho - PT Days

Springfield Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Memorial Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Orthopedic Unit (4E) on-site in Springfield. This part-time role entails two 12-hour day shifts weekly with every third weekend rotation, focusing on care for elective and non-elective orthopedic surgeries, wound care, pain management, and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include delegation and supervision of nursing care, evidence-based practice, and coordination with physical/occupational therapy to support patient recovery.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with current registration.
• Experience in orthopedic nursing or units is a plus.
• Ability to perform delegation and provide age-appropriate care.

Responsibilities

• Delegate, supervise, and provide nursing care for a designated group of patients.
• Contribute to evidence-based practice and quality improvement.
• Engage in discharge planning and coordination with rehab services.
• Support pain management, wound care, and post-operative care.

Skills

RN license

Nursing care

Pain management

Wound care

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type

On-site

Job Description Summary

Registered Nurse (RN) – Orthopedic Unit (4E)

Schedule

Part-Time, Day Shift (Two 12-hour shifts per week/Every third weekend rotation)

The RN on the Orthopedic Unit (4E) provides comprehensive care to patients admitted for both elective and non-elective orthopedic surgeries. These procedures include, but are not limited to, total joint replacements, spine surgeries, and fracture fixations. This Unit also serves patients with complex wounds requiring biopsies, and/or cultures for targeted antibiotic therapy and wound management. In addition, the unit frequently cares for individuals recovering from traumatic injuries who may need to use orthopedic devices such as external fixators or traction. The patient population primarily consists of middle-aged to older adults. Nurses on this unit gain valuable experience in pain management, wound care, and discharge planning, including transitions to home or extended care facilities. There are also significant opportunities to support patients through physical and occupational therapy assessments as part of their recovery journey. As a Registered Nurse (RN) at Memorial you will be responsible for delegation, supervision and provision of the nursing care of a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process. Provides age-appropriate care. Participates in research when appropriate and incorporates research findings into evidence-based clinical practice. Contributes to quality improvement processes. Adheres to MHS Mission, Vision, and Values, the MHS Nursing Division Mission, Vision and Philosophy, the ANA Code of Ethics and the Illinois Nursing Act.

Pay Transparency

$30.23 - $48.37 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Benefits

• Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options.

All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/.

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