RN - Joint Replacement Center (Nights) | $15k Sign-On

Rochester Regional Health; Unity Township (PA); On-site; USD 53,271 - 71,524; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse for the Joint Replacement Center at Unity Hospital. This position involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care during night shifts with responsibilities including patient assessment, care planning, and compliance with safety protocols. Candidates must hold a Nursing diploma or Associate’s Degree, an RN license in New York State, and Basic Life Support certification. The position offers a competitive salary range of $38.67 - $51.92 per hour and a sign-on bonus up to $15,000.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered clinical care.
• Performs assessments of the patient using appropriate data.
• Communicates assessment with the interdisciplinary team.
• Develops and documents individualized care plans.
• Complies with policies and procedures related to care.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Effective communication

Assessment and planning

Compliance with safety protocols

Education

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

RN license in New York State

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Department: Joint Replacement Center

Location: Unity Hospital

Hours Per Week: Full Time - 36 hours

Schedule: Nights 7p-7a; every other weekend and holiday.

SUMMARY:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.

The Joint Replacement Center – 3100/3200

This unit has earned the Gold Seal of Approval™ for health care quality from the Joint Commission. We were awarded Disease-Specific Care Certification for knee and hip replacement. The Joint Replacement unit also holds the Blue Distinction center for hip and knee replacements. This unit performs the highest volume of joint replacement surgeries in the Rochester area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care

• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological, educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological / developmental age of the patient).

• Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.

• Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for the patient needs, strengths, limitations and goals.

• Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medication administration and documentation.

• Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately.

• Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Department utilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States. Compliance

• Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.

• Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner.

• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

• Registered Nurse license in New York State.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

• At least 6 months experience preferred.

EDUCATION:

• AS: Nursing (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)

PAY RANGE: $38.67 - $51.92