Registered Nurse - Med Surg Ortho/Neuro

TriHealth • Cincinnati, OH

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works on the 6300 Medical-Surgical Unit at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, a 41-bed unit specializing in orthopedic, neurosurgery, and trauma patients. The patient population includes people recovering from total joint replacements, hip fractures, and spinal surgery. Nurses provide care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and may be role-transition students, nursing students, or new graduates. The role offers opportunities to develop skills in pre- and post-operative care, pain management, patient mobility, neurovascular assessments, and orthopedic interventions such as splints, Buck’s traction, skeletal traction, and specialized durable medical equipment.

The position supports patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care and involves collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team. Nurses may serve in relief charge or resource roles and support the training and education of staff and students. Professional development is encouraged, including continued education, BSN attainment, specialty certification, and participation in nursing organizations.

This is a full-time night-shift position, scheduled for 72 hours bi-weekly from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with every-third-weekend and holiday rotations. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available to qualified external candidates with a 12-month commitment. Night-shift nurses receive a $4-per-hour shift differential and a $6-per-hour night-shift premium.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or diploma in nursing.
• New hires must obtain a BSN within five years of hire.
• BLS/CPR certification (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers).
• Registered Nurse.
• Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex healthcare needs at various stages of the life cycle.

Nice To Haves

• Previous RN experience is preferred but not required.
• Membership in a related professional organization is preferred.
• Certification in a specialty is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial and ongoing patient and family assessments.
• Develop, communicate, and update individualized plans of care, including discharge planning.
• Provide safe, patient-centered care that supports autonomy, dignity, and diversity.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies and take appropriate clinical action.
• Carry out physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complete assigned care and documentation within required timeframes.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and perform technical skills according to policy.
• Evaluate patient responses and revise plans of care in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Supervise and delegate tasks appropriately to other team members.
• Serve as a clinical resource and support staff and student training and education.
• Maintain current clinical knowledge and follow organizational and departmental standards.
• Function in relief charge or resource roles as requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan repayment options.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified external candidates with a 12-month commitment.
• $4-per-hour shift differential for night-shift nurses.
• $6-per-hour night-shift premium.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Support for BSN attainment and specialty certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree