Registered Nurse (RN)-Orthopaedic Specialty Unit-
Company: Bon Secours
Location: Richmond
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!Registered
Nurse (RN)-Orthopaedic Specialty Unit- Night Shift (Mon-Thurs -No
Weekends)**$20,000 Sign On Bonus PLUS 36 hour of front-loaded PTO
for Qualified Candidates**Unit Summary:Orthopaedic Specialty
Unit-St. Mary's HospitalThe Orthopaedic Specialty Unit at St.
Mary's Hospital is a 28-bed unit focused on caring for joint
replacement surgery patients. Our Team provides an Orthopaedic
specific orientation program supported by a dedicated preceptor and
leadership team. The unit has additional resources invested in the
success of our nurses. This team includes an Orthopaedic NP,
Physical Therapy experts, and Orthopaedic Care Manager. Our
Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeons perform about 1400 joint
replacement surgeries annually. We have earned the Joint
Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for our knee and hip replacement
programs annually since 2009. As a Magnet Hospital, St. Mary's
embraces a culture of nursing excellence. We provide continuing
education on cutting edge orthopaedic nursing and we are proud to
be a member of the NAON and an Orthopaedic Center of Excellence.
Apply to learn about our team!About Bon SecoursAs a faith-based and
patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the
health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit
through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a
culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon
Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of
compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to
create an environment where associates want to work and help
communities thrive.Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of
PositionThe Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical functions as a care
provider of a multidisciplinary care team responsible for the
delivery of patient care through using the nursing process of
assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
The RN possesses the basic knowledge of a patient's age and
cultural diversity into the provision of patient care, demonstrates
strong skills related to effective time management and prioritizing
patient care, contributes to the provision of quality nursing care
through performance improvement initiatives, collaborates with
other professional disciplines, and supports the mission of the
ministry to provide physical and psychological support to patients
and families.Essential Job FunctionsIn collaboration with members
of interdisciplinary teams, the RN establishes goals and strategies
for meeting the discharge or continuing care needs with the
patient. The RN performs and documents complete patient
assessments, initiates and maintains current nursing care plans for
all assigned patients, identifies patient learning needs to provide
individualized and comprehensive teaching, administers medications
in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon
Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures, serves as a point of
contact for patients' care coordination throughout the hospital
departments, acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in
ongoing quality improvement in the department, and serves as a
patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative
care, and ethics.This document is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working
conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to
perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor,
subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationCurrent
RN license in state they are working or covered by compact
(required)BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain
from approved source prior to direct patient care)ACLS Advanced
Cardiac Life Support (preferred)Medical-Surgical Nursing
Certification RN-BC (Registered Nurse - Board Certified)
(preferred)CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred)PCCN
Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred)CMSRN Certified
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (preferred)National Institute of
Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred)EducationBachelor of
Science Nursing (preferredSkills--- Assigns patient care according
to the nursing skill, knowledge, and scope of practice of staff.---
Orients, facilitates learning experience, and provides education
(based upon quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and
implementation) to nursing staff and others.--- Possesses clinical
knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based patient
care in accordance with the current standards of practice, policy
and procedure, and BSMH mission.--- Performs comprehensive
assessment of patient's clinical condition and psychosocial needs
of the patient and their supportive resources.--- Safely and
efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care.---
Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery.---
Assesses patient's physical and emotional responses to treatment to
evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes;
revises plan of care accordingly.--- Assists patient and family in
coping with patient's illness.--- Collaborates with others in the
delivery of coordinated patient care.--- Strong interpersonal and
verbal/written communication skills.--- Applies cultural diversity
and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their support
resources.--- Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and
acquires information to perform safely.--- Advances personal and
professional growth through participation in educational programs,
current literature, in-services, and workshops.--- Exhibits
professionalism through accountability for own and delegated
actions.--- Integrates cost-effective measures into practice and
models effective stewardship of available resources.--- Practices
self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult
circumstances.--- Protects the safety and privacy of all
persons.--- Understanding and utilization of office and clinical
technologies.Working ConditionsPeriods of high stress and
fluctuating workloads may occurMay be exposed to physical
altercations and verbal abuseMay be required to use physical
restraintsMay be exposed to high noise levels and bright lightsMay
be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluidsMay be
exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious
materialsMay have periods of constant interruptionsProlonged
periods of working alonePhysical RequirementsLifting/Carrying (0-50
lbs.): 34-66%Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%Push/Pull (0-50
lbs.) 34-66%Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%Stoop/Kneel 0%Crawling
0%Climbing 1-33%Balance 1-33%Bending 34-66%Sitting 34-66%Walking
34-66%Standing 34-66%Additional Physical Requirements/HazardsManual
dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workManeuver weight
of patientsHear alarms/telephone/tape recorderReach above
shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityColor
VisionAcuity - farAcuity - nearDepth perceptionUse of Latex
GlovesExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to
moving mechanical partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to potential
electrical shockExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyExposure to
high pitched noisesGaseous risk exposurePatient
PopulationAdolescents (13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics
(65 years and older)Bon Secours is an equal opportunity
employer.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work
with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision
plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife
insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings
plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much
more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment
statusScheduled Weekly Hours:36Work Shift:Nights (United States of
America)Department:Med/Surg Orthopedic Unit (Joints) - St. Mary's
RichmondAll applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or
protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on
the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the
affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health -
Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg,
Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and
Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If
you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a
reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection
process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
recruitment@mercy.com.
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