Registered Nurse (RN) Inpatient Orthopedics - Nights

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Job Type: Full-Time (Nights)

Earn Top-Tier Pay at a Nationally Recognized Orthopedic Hospital!

The Orthopedic Hospital in Fort Wayne is hiring a Full-Time Night Shift Inpatient Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN). Enjoy exceptional earning potential with NEW INCREASED RATES, a generous sign-on package, zero on-call requirements, and a supportive 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio.

Compensation & Incentives

• Sign-On Bonus / Relocation Assistance: Up to $35,000
• Night Shift Differential: Additional $4.00/hour
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000
• Competitive Base Salary (NEW INCREASED PAY RATES!)

Schedule & Unit Highlights

• Schedule: Full-Time | 3x12-hour shifts (Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Some weekends required
• On-Call: NO CALL REQUIRED!
• Patient Ratio: Low 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Facility: 37-bed unit featuring all private rooms

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance (Up to $20,000)
• Generous Shift Differential Pay
• Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Packages Available (Up to $35,000)
• Robust Continuing Education & Professional Development Support

About The Orthopedic Hospital

Work alongside top clinical professionals at a facility nationally recognized for clinical excellence and patient safety:

• Top 100 Hospital: Named one of America's 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic SurgeryTM (2019–2026) by Healthgrades®
• Excellence Awards: Recipient of the Orthopedic Surgery Excellence AwardTM (2019–2026) and Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Excellence AwardTM (2024–2026)
• Five-Star Recipient: Total Hip Replacement (2011–2026), Spinal Fusion Surgery (2011–2026), Hip Fracture Treatment (2022–2026), and Outpatient Total Knee Replacement (2024–2026)
• Patient Safety Leaders: Patient Safety Excellence AwardTM (Top 10% nationally, 2017–2025)
• Specialty Designations: Blue Distinction® Center for Knee & Hip Replacement; 3-Star Quality Designation for Surgical Spine & Total Joint Replacements (UnitedHealth Premium®); Center of Excellence in Surgical Safety (AORN)
• Recognized Program: Named among Becker’s Hospital Review’s 100 Hospitals & Health Systems with Great Orthopedic Programs (2025)

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers compassionate, patient-centered care utilizing the core nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. In this role, you will coordinate and execute individualized care based on clinical protocols and provider orders, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal recovery and outcomes for adult orthopedic patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Specialized Orthopedic Care: Provide specialized pre-operative and post-operative nursing care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and diseases.
• Assessments & Monitoring: Conduct thorough clinical, peripheral, and vascular assessments; document findings accurately in the EMR and report status changes promptly.
• Pain Management & Device Care: Deliver specialized pain management interventions and manage/treat patients with immobilization devices.
• Direct Patient Care: Deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care following established organizational protocols and clinical standards.
• Medication Administration: Administer prescribed medications, monitor for adverse side effects, and maintain strict adherence to safe administration practices.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and care teams to develop, execute, and evaluate customized patient care plans.
• Procedure & Emergency Support: Assist providers during bedside procedures and respond appropriately to medical emergencies (CPR, Code Team activities).
• Equipment & Safety: Monitor and operate specialized medical equipment (IV pumps, telemetry/monitors, oxygen delivery) while adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and infection control standards.
• Patient Education & Advocacy: Educate patients and families on musculoskeletal conditions, treatment plans, post-discharge care, and mobility instructions while advocating for patient rights.
• Quality & Growth: Engage in unit audits, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous professional development to maintain clinical competence.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and comply with all facility policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience: 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience
• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Indiana or Compact/Multi-State RN Licensure required upon start.

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BCLS) required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) preferred

Skills & Core Competencies:

• Strong understanding of the nursing process and acute care orthopedic practices.
• Proficiency in thorough clinical, vascular, and peripheral assessments and clear interdisciplinary communication.
• Confident in medication administration, pain management protocols, safety standards, and electronic chart documentation.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in high-volume acute care environments.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• RN Med Surg: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20,000