Registered Nurse - Joint Replacement Center
Rochester, New York
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- RNMental Health Care
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Posted Sep 11
The work and the unit
- Specialty
- Mental Health Care
Schedule and commitments
- Term
- Permanent
Pay and benefits
- Against the board
- Top of Rochester staff payRochester staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $42/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $40/hr, across 24 postings.
What's around it?
Living costs about 3% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,081/mo
- Household income
- $47,213/yr, all local households, not nurse pay
From Census ACS 2024.
About this role
Role
Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, patient-centered clinical care within the Joint Replacement Center, specializing in knee and hip surgeries.
Key Responsibilities
Conducts initial and ongoing patient assessments, develops individualized care plans, documents interventions, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team. Ensures compliance with safety, medication, and documentation protocols, and revises care plans based on evaluations. Completes clinical research forms, maintains required certifications, and participates in mandatory in-services and health screenings.
Qualifications & Skills
Must have a Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing, an active RN license in New York State, and BLS certification. Preferred candidates hold a Bachelor’s Degree and have at least 6 months of experience. Physical ability to perform medium work, including walking, standing, and lifting, is required.
Additional Information: The role involves night shifts, every other weekend and holiday, with a pay range of $38.67 - $51.92 per hour. The unit is accredited for excellence in joint replacement care and emphasizes continuous education and research participation.
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- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?