Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma Ortho PCU

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma Ortho PCU

Location: Temple, TX

Shift: 12-Hour Days (7:00 AM 7:00 PM)

Scheduled Hours: 36 hours per week (3 shifts per week)

Hourly Rate: $32 - $53

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse to join our Trauma Ortho Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at Memorial Hospital in Temple, TX. This 35-bed monitored nursing unit offers the opportunity to work with a wide variety of patients, ranging from adults to geriatric, and handle complex trauma cases, elective surgeries, and orthopedic conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with traumatic complex fractures, elective joint replacements, sports injuries, spinal deformities, and more.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, implementing appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and execute individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families on treatment options, recovery processes, and self-care techniques.
• Gain expertise in tracheotomy care and maintenance, developing top-notch skills in this area.

Benefits:

• Health and Welfare Benefits: Immediate eligibility for comprehensive benefits.
• 401(k) Savings Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition Reimbursement: To support ongoing professional growth.
• PTO Accrual: Start accruing paid time off from Day 1.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Must hold a current and valid nursing license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (must be obtained within 30 days of hire).

Join our award-winning nursing team and make a difference in the lives of trauma and orthopedic patients. Apply today for an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment!