Graduate Nurse - Orthopedics

Role Overview

The Graduate Nurse provides direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, within established nursing standards. They educate patients and families on managing illnesses, medication, and post-treatment care, using critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs. The role involves developing and modifying individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, ensuring patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and participating in professional development activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• BSN preferred; Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree required
• No prior experience necessary
• Must obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation from an accredited nursing program

Skills & Responsibilities

• Promote patient and family-centered care in a healing environment
• Assess and evaluate patient needs across physical, emotional, and psychosocial domains
• Develop, implement, and adjust care plans collaboratively
• Participate in patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory activities
• Engage in ongoing professional development

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off
• Other resources to support well-being and career growth