RN – Inpatient Orthopedics

Overview

WHY NORTH TOWER 4?

On NT4, we have a variety of patient experiences, whichvary from overnight joint replacements to extensive complextrauma patients! NT4 holds Advanced Certification for Hipand Knee Replacements.

$10,000 Sign on bonus RN >1yr 3yr Commitment external applicants only

41 Bed unit 

Common Diagnosis

Total Joint replacements [Total Hip Replacements/Total KneeReplacements/Total Shoulder Replacements]Urology [Prostatectomy/Nephrectomy/CBI/Kidney stones] Orthopedic Trauma [Long and Short Bone Fractures] Podiatry [Complex Ankle Fractures/Osteomyelitis of theFoot] Trauma [Trauma with Bone Involvement]Gynecology [Hysterectomy

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.Assess ortho and medical/surgical patients every shift Educate ortho and medical/surgical patients on wound care, proper mobility, self-care, medication management, care transition needs and any additional patient specific needs Coordinate with physician and surgeon partners on the care of ortho and medical/surgical patients Delegate and monitor interventions of the HCT staff Set up ortho traction and manipulate surgical traction devices for mobility and wound care Manage wound appliances such as wound vacs, drains, pouches and other urological devices

Qualifications

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), Education: Nursing Diploma; Associate's Degree, Work Experience: RN>1yr

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Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $38.93per hour - $63.35per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.