Registered Nurse - Acute Care Orthopedic Telemetry Unit

About the role

Inpatient Registered Nurse responsible for delivering comprehensive patient care in a clinical setting, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions. The organization emphasizes excellence, safety, continuous learning, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments and address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Develop and coordinate individualized care plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Provide direct care such as treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures according to policies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions and adjust plans accordingly.
• Collaborate proactively with physicians, ancillary staff, and interdisciplinary teams to meet patient needs.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and participate in evidence-based practice decision-making.
• Contribute to quality and safety initiatives and uphold unit and organizational metrics.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required).
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care.

Work environment

Primarily private and semi-private room environment, serving a diverse patient population with acute and chronic conditions, including surgical orthopedic cases. Onsite therapy services and 24/7 hospitalist coverage support patient care.

Schedule

Day shifts with some weekend and holiday rotations.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.