RN, Registered Nurse | Orthopedic Unit
About The Position
Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a Registered Nurse to join its 24-bed Orthopedic Unit in Wisconsin. The nurse will provide specialized orthopedic and trauma care to patients with fractures, joint replacements, and major or minor traumatic injuries. The role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in acute surgical and orthopedic nursing, including traction management, splint and cast care, postoperative recovery, and wound care. Nurses support patients throughout recovery as they work to restore mobility, function, and quality of life, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team in a supportive clinical environment. This is a 0.8 FTE position scheduled for 64 hours every two weeks, with 8-hour rotating day and PM shifts. The schedule includes every other weekend and three holidays per year. Starting pay is $38.96 per hour, with additional compensation based on experience. Emplify Health describes itself as a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network and a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. The organization has 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics serving communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
- Current RN licensure in Wisconsin upon hire.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide care to orthopedic patients with fractures, joint replacements, and major or minor traumatic injuries.
- Provide care for acute surgical and orthopedic patients, including traction management, splint and cast care, postoperative recovery, and wound care.
- Support patients throughout recovery to help restore mobility, function, and quality of life.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice clinicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, CNAs, and fellow RNs.
Benefits
- Additional compensation for experience.
- Shift, weekend, and holiday differentials.
- Career growth opportunities through the Career Development Center and Tuition Investment Program.
- Competitive retirement and healthcare benefits.
- Opportunities to influence nursing practice through Nursing Shared Governance Councils.
- Daily support from a Clinical Manager, Professional Development Nurse, and Clinical Nurse Leader.
- A collaborative team culture built on teamwork and mutual support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
