Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics Post Surgical

Join Lourdes Health as a Registered Nurse in our 10-bed Orthopedic/Medical-Surgical unit, where you will provide specialized post-operative care for orthopedic surgery patients. This full-time position (0.9 FTE) offers the opportunity to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio and a strong commitment to schedule flexibility and work-life balance.

Clinical Setting

Lourdes Medical Center is a 35-bed hospital located in Pasco, Washington. The orthopedic unit specializes in post-surgical care and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient condition, pain levels, and surgical recovery
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor wounds, dressings, drains, and neurovascular status
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and discharge planning
• Educate patients and families on recovery, medications, and mobility precautions
• Support rehabilitation goals and promote safe patient mobility
• Document care accurately and maintain a safe, patient-centered environment

Schedule

• Days shift, 3x12 hour schedule
• Weekends and holidays rotate

Required Qualifications

• Current Washington RN license or Compact RN License with Washington endorsement (if relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins)
• Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• One year of acute care nursing experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Handle with Care certification

Compensation and Benefits

• Wage scale: $42.14 to $78.11 per hour
• $10,000 to $20,000 commitment-incentive bonus (pro-rated for part-time)
• $2.25 to $4.50 shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs including life, accident, and critical-injury insurance; short- and long-term disability; and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and loan assistance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness resources
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Additional Information

This is a union hospital position.