Part-time day-shift Registered Nurse role on Novant Health’s Specialty Orthopedic Unit at Rowan Medical Center in Salisbury, NC, focused on post-op orthopedic recovery care. You’ll deliver evidence-based nursing care, coordinate with physicians/PT/OT, and educate patients and families through discharge. Standout perk: may be eligible for sign-on bonus and relocation.
- Specialized post-op orthopedic unit
- Supportive, collaborative team
- Sign-on bonus/relocation may apply
What We Offer
Calling All Orthopedic RNs!
Ready to join a fast-paced, supportive team where you can truly make an impact in patient recovery? We’d love to connect with you!
Location
Rowan Medical Center – Salisbury, NC- Department: Specialty Orthopedic Unit
- Schedule: Part-Time | Day Shift | 7AM–7PM, 24 hours/week
- May be eligible for sign on bonus and relocation
Why You’ll Love This Role:
✔ Work alongside a collaborative and patient-focused team
✔ Care for post-op orthopedic patients in a specialized unit
✔ Build meaningful relationships with patients during recovery
✔ Opportunity to grow your nursing career with a leading healthcare organization
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while guiding patients through their recovery journey. You’ll collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans that promote healing, comfort, and optimal outcomes. What We're Looking For:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
- Experience: One year relevant experience, preferred.
- Licensure/Certification:
- Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.
- ENPC, TNCC or CEN; preferred.
- NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire, required.
What You'll Do
- Monitor and assess post-operative orthopedic patients, including checking pain levels, surgical incision sites, and mobility status.
- Administer medications such as pain management, anticoagulants, IV antibiotics, and monitor for adverse reactions or post-op complications.
- Assist patients with early ambulation and mobility after surgery, including working alongside Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy to support recovery goals.
- Educate patients and families on post-surgical care, use of assistive devices, fall prevention, discharge instructions, and recovery expectations following joint replacement or orthopedic procedures.
