RN - Orthopaedics
About The Position
The Registered Nurse on the Orthopaedics Unit at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital provides direct nursing care to patients with bone, joint, and connective tissue conditions and disorders. The nurse works with patients and their families throughout the care journey, helping provide a positive patient experience and healthcare education. The role is part of a collaborative, compassionate, and innovative team and includes access to professional development resources, including education, committee participation, and online and in-person courses. This position works days from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, including weekends and holidays. The role requires patient handling and lifting, extended standing and walking, and work under stressful conditions and irregular hours. It may involve exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids, and requires following standard precautions and using personal protective equipment as needed.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing (Diploma, ADN, or BSN program).
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
- One year of current acute care RN experience or licensed military RN experience.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care.
- Implement, monitor, evaluate, update, and revise patient care plans.
- Monitor, record, document, and communicate patients’ conditions.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
- Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
- Assess and coordinate patients’ discharge needs.
- Educate patients and their families.
Benefits
- Professional development resources, including opportunities to further education, participate in committees, and take online or in-person courses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
