Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics Post Surgical

Lifepoint Health•Pasco, WA

19h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides post-operative care to patients recovering from orthopedic surgery on a collaborative 10-bed Orthopedic/Medical-Surgical unit. The team emphasizes teamwork, communication, patient-centered care, schedule flexibility, professional growth, and work-life balance, with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio. The RN assesses and monitors patient condition, pain, and surgical recovery; administers prescribed medications and treatments; monitors wounds, dressings, drains, and neurovascular status; coordinates care and discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team; educates patients and families; supports rehabilitation and safe mobility; and documents care while maintaining a safe environment. This is a full-time, 0.9 FTE position with a day schedule of three 12-hour shifts. Weekends and holidays rotate. The stated wage range is $42.14–$78.11 per hour, with a $10,000–$20,000 commitment-incentive bonus. The role is at a union hospital.

Requirements

Current Washington RN license or Compact RN License with Washington endorsement; relocating nurses must update licensure to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.
Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school.
BCLS certification required.
At least 1 year of acute care nursing experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
ACLS certification preferred.
PALS certification preferred.
Handle with Care certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess and monitor patient condition, pain levels, and surgical recovery.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
Monitor wounds, dressings, drains, and neurovascular status.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and discharge planning.
Educate patients and families on recovery, medications, and mobility precautions.
Support rehabilitation goals and promote safe patient mobility.
Document care accurately and maintain a safe, patient-centered environment.

Benefits

$10,000–$20,000 commitment-incentive bonus, prorated for part-time.
$2.25–$4.50 shift differential.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Competitive paid time off for full-time employees.
Income-protection programs, including life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage.
Tuition reimbursement and loan assistance.
401(k) matching.
Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness.
Professional development and growth opportunities.