Graduate Nurse Orthopedics

Additional Information About the RoleGraduate Nurse – Orthopedic Surgery UnitSchedule: Full-Time Nights, 3 x 12-hour shifts per week
Sign-On Bonus Eligible up to $7,500GN Orientation up to 12weeks along with participation in our Nurse Resideny Program
Join a Nationally Recognized Orthopedic TeamBarnes-Jewish Hospital is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse to join our highly regarded Orthopedic Unit (17500), a 23-bed specialized care center recognized for excellence in orthopedic care and innovation.
Ranked among the nation's top hospitals for Orthopedics byU.S. News & World Report , our team delivers advanced, patient-centered care using the latest techniques in limb salvage, minimally invasive procedures, complex deformity correction, trauma intervention, and surgical repair.
About the Orthopedic UnitOur orthopedic program provides specialized care across a wide range of services, including:
Foot, ankle, and lower leg care
Hand and wrist surgery
Joint preservation, resurfacing, and replacement
Musculoskeletal oncology
Physical medicine and rehabilitation
Shoulder and elbow care
Spine surgery
Trauma services
Sports medicine
As an orthopedic nurse, you'll gain exposure to a diverse patient population and a variety of complex cases, creating endless opportunities for professional growth and clinical development.
What Makes Our Unit Unique4:1 patient-to-nurse ratioon both day and night shifts
Dedicated charge nurse support
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
Partnership with physicians, advanced practice nurses, case managers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and enterostomal therapists
Strong focus on teamwork, patient outcomes, and professional development
A Positive and Supportive CultureOur unit is known for its exceptional team culture and employee engagement. Under strong leadership, the Orthopedic Unit has become a highly sought-after destination for new graduate nurses, internal transfers, and experienced external candidates alike. Team members value the supportive environment, opportunities for growth, and commitment to staff well-being.
If you're looking to build your orthopedic nursing career within a nationally recognized program, we encourage you to apply and become part of our outstanding team.OverviewPreferred QualificationsRole Purpose
The Graduate Nurse provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care after completing a nursing program and before licensure.Will be required to obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation from an accredited school of nursing to remain employed in a HSO in the state of Missouri.Responsibilities
Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment.Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration.
Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
Develops and implements individual plans of care in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care.
Evaluates patient's response and modifies plan of care accordingly throughout the patient's stay.
Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance.Participates in professional development.
Minimum Requirements
Education
Nursing Diploma/Associate's
- NursingExperience
No Experience
Supervisor Experience
No Experience
Preferred Requirements
Education
Bachelor's Degree
- Nursing
Benefits and Legal StatementBJC Total Rewards
At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
401(k) plan with BJC match
Tuition Assistance available on first day
BJC Institute for Learning and Development
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
Adoption assistance
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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer