Orthopedic Inpatient RN
Urbana, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RN UP - Ortho IP

Location: Urbana, Illinois
Specialty: Orthopedic Inpatient Nursing (RN UP - Ortho IP)
Employment Type: Clinical Nursing
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform all nursing responsibilities specific to orthopedic inpatient care.
• Implement procedures and theories related to orthopedic nursing practice.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of nursing care.
• Complete initial patient assessments upon admission and develop appropriate plans of care based on patient and family needs.
• Implement and modify plans of care through continuous evaluation.
• Ensure patient and employee safety by identifying and addressing hazards and incidents.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members to resolve issues and provide constructive feedback.
• Identify personal learning needs and pursue appropriate education.
• Fulfill departmental competency requirements and complete annual education related to DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program if applicable.
• Assess orthopedic and medical/surgical patients every shift.
• Educate patients on wound care, mobility, self-care, medication management, care transitions, and other patient-specific needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians and surgeons.
• Delegate and monitor interventions performed by healthcare team staff.
• Set up orthopedic traction and manipulate surgical traction devices for mobility and wound care.
• Manage wound appliances such as wound vacs, drains, pouches, and other urological devices.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of relevant nursing experience.

Education

• Required: ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)
• Preferred: BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Certifications & Licensure

• Illinois state RN License in good standing
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association

Notes

• No prior travel experience is explicitly required for this position.
• Contract length is interpreted as 13 weeks based on the provided value.