Surgical RN – High-Acuity Digestive Unit | $10k Sign-On

Carle Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

BSN bonus

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the NT7 Digestive Surgical Unit. The role focuses on post-operative care for complex digestive surgical patients, including ostomy and wound management, with collaboration across surgical residents and OMFS teams.

The unit emphasizes high-acuity care, commitment to safety, and continuous education, within a Magnet-designated system in central Illinois. Sign-on bonuses for external applicants and relocation options are available.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Illinois with an active license (IDFPR)
• BLS certification within 30 days (AHA)
• HS Diploma or GED required

Responsibilities

• Perform post-operative care for complex surgical patients.
• Maintain accurate documentation and care plans for the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families on wound and ostomy care.
• Care for patients with tracheostomies and wound vacs.
• Collaborate with surgical residency and OMFS teams to ensure safe, high-quality care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Wound vacs

TPN/PPN

Epidurals

Chest tubes

Central line care

Lab draws

Telemetry monitoring

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the NT7 Digestive Surgical Unit. The role focuses on post-operative care for complex digestive surgical patients, including ostomy and wound management, with collaboration across surgical residents and OMFS teams.

The unit emphasizes high-acuity care, commitment to safety, and continuous education, within a Magnet-designated system in central Illinois. Sign-on bonuses for external applicants and relocation options are available.