Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics - $34-45 per hour

Tenet-AZ Region; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet-AZ Region in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Orthopedics unit. The role provides professional nursing care, coordinates care planning, and supervises other staff as needed.

Candidates must have an Arizona RN license, CPR, ACLS as applicable, and at least two years of current Level III NICU experience with neonatal ventilator. Preferred BSN; ACLS/PALS/NRP requirements may apply, with potential shift leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Level II EQ with at least two years of current NICU experience including neonatal ventilator.
• Arizona RN license and CPR; ACLS as applicable by unit/department.
• PALS/ENPC/NRP requirements may apply or must be obtained within stated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care within an assigned unit.
• Coordinate care planning with other disciplines.
• Supervise other healthcare staff as directed.
• Participate in hourly rounding and maintain patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

Nursing degree

BSN preferred

Job description

Tenet-AZ Region is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedics for a nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.

Job Summary

Provides professional nursing care within an assigned unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Position renders individualized, age specific and direct bedside nursing care based on the nursing process and patient needs. Acts as a supervisor by assessing, planning, delegating and utilizing independent judgement in directing other healthcare employees for the provision of patient care. Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice to identify patient goals. Participates in hourly rounding. Observes safety guidelines and safe work practices. May at times be asked to be in charge for a shift(s).

Assesses patient’s physical, psychosocial, spiritual, educational, cultural, safety/risk and discharge planning needs on admission and on an ongoing basis. Determines nursing diagnosis based upon patient assessment and data analysis. Sets practical, realistic and appropriate patient population specific outcome goals. Utilizes patient and family input when appropriate and guides patient in achieving goals. Individualizes the patient’s plan of care based on patient needs and circumstantial/procedural complexities. Implements nursing and medical orders and assures they are appropriate to the patient’s current status. Other tasks assigned at the hospital.

Special Skills

• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school.

Level II EQ Only: A minimum of two years of current Level III NICU experience including neonatal ventilator.

License/Certifications: License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona. CPR. ACLS as applicable by Facility/by Department ER, ICU, Endoscopy, Tele, Cardiac Cath Lab, L&D: ACLS required upon orientation completion. ER: PALS or ENPC required or must obtain within ninety days. Post-partum, Nursery, L&D: NRP required upon orientation completion. Bariatrics: Certification or specialized training in bariatrics specialty area of practice. Wound Care: Wound-Ostomy Certification or Training in Wound Care and/or Ostomy Care.

Preferred Requirements

• BSN.
• 1 year of acute care experience but will consider new graduate.
• Certification in specialty area of practice preferred.
• License/Certification: PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire, PALS preferred.
• ACLS.

Specialty: Orthopedics

Discipline: RN

Duration: Ongoing

Employment Type: Staff

Job ID

#LI-AL2

Tenet-AZ Region Job ID #2603026005. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Ortho