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Orthopedic Registered Nurse

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Oct 21 · Applications close Oct 21, 2027 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
Days
License
RN licenseCurrent and valid state RN License.
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed
License
Current and valid state RN License.
Certification
Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
Also asks
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

    Find residencies
  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

    Explore new grad jobs
  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license
Why start this early?

Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.

What it pays

The workplace

Riverview Regional Medical Center
Hiring organization

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

Original listing

Posted on Riverview Regional Medical Center’s careers page.

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Bonus Amount 15000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process. Overview Department: Medical Surgical Acute - 7T Shift’s Available:   Days Employment Type: Full Time Hours: 7:00AM - 7:00PM ($2 - $6

  • shift differential)

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL We are seeking a Orthopedic Registered Nurse at Riverview Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare in Gadsden, AL. These Registered Nurses (RN) play an important role in our hospital by providing comprehensive care to renal patients who are recovering from surgery, managing acute and chronic illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Med-surg nurses are considered the backbone of hospital nursing due to the variety and volume of patients they manage. New Grads Welcome! Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to)

conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission. communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans Qualifications Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: Current and valid state RN License. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus

Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred. Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred. Ventilator Management experience preferred.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ #LI-AZ1 Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

What's around it?

In Gadsden, AL

Gadsden, ALFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 14% below the US average

Median rent
$808/mo
Household income
$40,345/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Gadsden, AL

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