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Staff Nurse - Orthopedics, Trauma, Spine Unit (3RC) - 60%, Weekend Option

University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa, USA
Full-time

Qualified candidates with a minimum of two years of experience are eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $12,500

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Nursing is seeking a Staff Nurse (RN) for the Ortho Unit (3RCE).

The Ortho Unit is part of UIHC's Medical Surgical Services (MSS) division. 3RCE is a 48-bed adult orthopedic surgical unit.

Unit staff provides care for patients who experience trauma, tumor removal, reconstructive joint surgery, spine surgery, hand surgery, foot surgery, amputations, sports injuries, skeletal traction, and wound care.

In April 2023, our acute orthopedics unit (3 RCP) expanded to become a 48-bed adult surgical unit focusing on the care of orthopedics, trauma, and spine patients.

Our staff is full of motivated individuals that are passionate about the quality of care they provide.

The Orthopedics, Trauma, Spine believes it is our responsibility to provide patient centered care that will enable our patients and their families to cope with the physiological and psychological aspects of their illness or injury.

We believe that exceptional care of our patient embodies excellent clinical skills intertwined with compassionate care to achieve maximum quality of life.

The pulse of our unit is teamwork for the sake of holistic patient-centered care and a healthy work environment. This allows our staff to thrive and grow both personally and professionally by providing all necessary resources for staff to excel and achieve their career goals.

Unit Staff Provides Care for Patients Who Experience :

  • Traumas / Orthopedic Injuries (motor vehicle accidents, fractures, skeletal traction, etc.)
  • Reconstructive joint surgery (hip, knee, shoulder)
  • Osteosarcoma removal and reconstruction
  • Spine surgery
  • Hand surgery
  • Foot and Ankle surgery
  • Amputations
  • Sports injuries
  • Young adult hip preservation procedures

Percent of Time : 60% (24 hours / weekend)

Schedule : Weekend option

Location : Roy Carver Pavilion (RCP)

SEIU Pay Plan : https : / / hr.uiowa.edu / pay / pay-plans / seiu-pay-plan

Benefits Highlights :

  • Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
  • Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

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Education Required :

An Associate's Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN / Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required

Experience Required :

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients / families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions.
  • General computer skills are required, including proficiency in managing multiple databases including Microsoft Excel
  • Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire.

Desirable Qualifications :

  • Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing is highly desired
  • If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable

A resume is required as part of the application process. This posting is for multiple openings and will be posted for 14calendar days.

At the end of the 14-day posting period, candidates may reapply to be considered for additional openings. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential / education verification.

Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions or additional information, please contact Regan Lampe at [email protected].

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Additional Information

  • Classification Title : Staff Nurse
  • Appointment Type : SEIU
  • Schedule : Part-time

Compensation

Pay Level : 52

Contact Information

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.

S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

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