Registered Nurse, Ortho / Trauma

Overview : Sign-on bonus available up to $20,000 and Relocation up to $7,500! Schedule : 7am-7pm, Day Shift, Full-time Department : Surgical II (Ortho / Trauma) Location : New Hanover Regional Medical Center-Wilmington, NC Novant Health is committed to improving the health of its communities, one person at a time. We have a strong focus on innovation and research offering best-in-class technology and clinical care. We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to all our patients as well as equipping our workforce with the tools and support needed. Come join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality service, in every dimension, every time. Qualifications : Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred. Current valid North Carolina nursing license or Multi-State / Compact required. One-year relevant experience, preferred. Responsibilities : The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death. The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey. The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures. Key Responsibilities : Provide specialized post-operative care for patients recovering from orthopedic, trauma, vascular, spine, and chest tube surgeries. Manage the care of patients with external fixators and multi-system injuries. Apply expertise unique to a post-operative unit, distinct from standard Medical-Surgical nursing. Utilize advanced knowledge and skills specific to post-operative patient management. At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities. It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time. Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement. The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care. All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".