Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedics

Paris Regional Health; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Paris Regional Health, located in Paris, Texas, is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) in Orthopedics. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and utilizing state-of-the-art technology to enhance patient outcomes.

The role requires an active RN license, an associate degree in nursing, BLS within 30 days, ACLS/PALS within six months, and a preference for one year of experience. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license.
• Associate degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certifications within six months of hire.
• One year of nursing experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs plan of care interventions including medications, specimens, and clinical treatments.
• Documents patient care and monitors condition, communicating with the care team.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Coordinates patient care across transfers, discharges, referrals, and supports.
• Provides patient and family education appropriate to age and culture.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

RN license

ASLS certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedics

Your experience matters: Paris Regional At Paris Regional, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

Essential Functions

• Performs plan of care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments.
• Documents patient care and monitors patient condition, communicating with care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Coordinates patient care across disciplines, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and support needs.
• Provides patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, and circumstances.
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we offer

• sign-on bonus
• Shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a associates degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• ASLS certification preferred

About our Health System

Paris Regional is a 154 bed hospital located in Paris, Texas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Paris Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Paris Regional is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.