What We Offer

Join Novant Health's Orthopedic Specialty Care Unit (OSCU), a 42-bed unit dedicated to helping patients regain mobility, restore function, and return to the activities they love. You'll care for patients recovering from elective orthopedic procedures and orthopedic trauma cases while collaborating with orthopedic surgeons, rehabilitation specialists, and an experienced interdisciplinary team committed to remarkable patient outcomes.

What We Offer

42-bed orthopedic specialty unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio
Small hospital environment backed by the resources of Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
Mostly scheduled surgical cases, providing a predictable and structured workflow
Close collaboration with physical therapy, occupational therapy, and rehabilitation teams
Average patient stay of 2-3 days, allowing you to see patients progress through recovery
Opportunities to build orthopedic nursing expertise and advance your career
Day 1 medical, dental, and vision benefits
Future Forward tuition support and professional development opportunities
6% retirement match and generous PTO benefits

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

What You'll Do

Provide nursing care for patients recovering from orthopedic surgeries and traumatic injuries
Monitor patient conditions, manage pain, and support post-operative recovery
Educate patients and families on recovery plans, mobility goals, and discharge instructions
Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, therapists, case managers, and care team members
Assist patients in achieving mobility and rehabilitation milestones
Coordinate care to ensure safe, efficient transitions from hospital to home or rehabilitation settings
Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that promotes positive outcomes and patient satisfaction

What We're Looking For

Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
Experience: One year relevant experience, preferred.
Licensure/Certification: RN licensure in appropriate state, required.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

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200271

Novant Health

Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Specialty Care Unit

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