Registered Nurse - Med Surg Ortho/Neuro

TriHealth • Cincinnati, OH

1d • 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. Patients include people recovering from total joint replacements, hip fractures, and spinal surgery. The fast-paced unit provides a collaborative, supportive environment focused on teamwork, communication, and high-quality, patient-centered care. Nurses provide pre- and post-operative care, pain management, support with patient mobility, neurovascular assessments, and orthopedic interventions such as splints, Buck’s traction, skeletal traction, and specialized durable medical equipment.

The role offers opportunities to develop clinical skills and pursue professional development, including BSN attainment and specialty certification. The position is full-time on days, scheduled for 72 hours biweekly from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with every third weekend and holiday rotation. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available to qualified external candidates in exchange for a 12-month commitment.

Requirements

• Associate degree or diploma in nursing.
• New hires must obtain a BSN within five years of hire.
• Registered Nurse.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) for Healthcare Providers.
• 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 the training and education of staff and students.
• Maintain current clinical knowledge and follow organizational and departmental standards.
• Function in relief charge or resource roles as requested.
• Pursue continuing education, formal education, specialty certification, nursing organization membership, community health activities, nursing research, and evidence-based practice.
• Model collaborative relationships among nurses, physicians, and other caregivers.

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 who commit to 12 months.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities, including support for BSN attainment and specialty certification.

What This Job Offers

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