RN- Spine and Joints

RN Joint & Spine Center/Musculoskeletal 45

Shift: 2 Day; 2 Night

Hours: 36

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Pay Rate: $60/hr on W2

Duties

Job Description:
The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge judgment and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological physical behavioral social and nursing sciences to assess plan implement and evaluate patient care. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH which promotes an ongoing partnership between patients and families and the team of healthcare providers. The care is culturally based and age specific. The RN adheres to American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and to the scope of practice described in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Unit Description:
Joint and Spine Center/Musculoskeletal 45:
The orthopedic/neurosurgery unit is a fastpaced 58bed unit consisting of all private rooms located in The Joint and Spine Center (JSC) on floors 45. It has stateofthe art technology including the Navicare Nurse Call system in room computing patient information and precaution monitors as well as texting communication.
The unit primarily provides specialized care for patients undergoing orthopedic/neurosurgical procedures including total joint replacements fracture repairs spinal surgeries craniotomies and intracranial hemorrhage patients.
The unit may also receive medical/surgical overflow.
The experience of caring for the diverse patient population on this unit provides staff with a solid clinical foundation in medical surgical nursing.

Skills

Required Skills & Experience:
The RN demonstrates the knowledge abilities and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education.
The RN effectively communicates with peers utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality.
The RN maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth.
The RN demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting.

Preferred Skills & Experience:
N/A

Education

Required Education:
Diploma of Nursing

Preferred Education:
BSN

Required Certifications & Licensure:
Ohio RN License or Compact.
BLS (American Heart Assoc.)

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
N/A