Registered Nurse, RN - Orthopedic Specialty Care
Charlotte/North Carolina/
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Registered Nurse
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Post-Surgical Care
This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in orthopedic post-surgical care at Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital, focusing on patient assessment, pain management, mobility, and fall prevention in a fast-paced, supportive team environment. The role involves managing a nurse-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:5–6 and requires current RN licensure and preferably one year of relevant experience. The hospital emphasizes continuous learning, safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
Sign-on bonus available up to $15,000 and Relocation up to $7,500!
- Schedule: 7am-7pm, Day Shift, Full Time
- Department: Orthopedic Specialty Care Unit (OSCU)
- Location: Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital – Charlotte, NC
Looking for a fast-paced, supportive unit where teamwork and patient care come first? Welcome to OSCU-B and 4SW at Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital.
About the unit
- Two post-surgical orthopedic units
- OSCU-B: 24 private beds
- 4SW: 15 private beds
- Remote telemetry capability
- Primary focus on post-op orthopedic patients
- Unrestricted visiting hours
What you can expect
- Nurse-to-patient ratio typically 1:5–6, based on acuity
- Charge RN with reduced assignment for support
- Strong interdisciplinary teamwork every shift
- Bedside shift report that keeps patients informed and engaged
Who we’re looking for
- Nurses who enjoy orthopedic and post-op care
- Strong assessment and prioritization skills
- Comfort with pain management, mobility, and fall prevention
- Team players who communicate well and support one another
- Nurses who value safety, accountability, and continuous learning
Why you’ll love it here
- Visible, approachable leadership
- A culture that supports growth and development
- Clear expectations with the tools to succeed
- A unit where your voice matters and your work is valued
If you’re looking for a place to grow your skills, feel supported, and make a real impact for orthopedic patients, we’d love to meet you.
Why become a Registered Nurse at Novant Health?
Novant Health is committed to improving the health of its communities, one person at a time. We have a strong focus on innovation and research offering best-in-class technology and clinical care. We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to all our patients as well as equipping our workforce with the tools and support needed.
Come join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality service, in every dimension, every time.
What We're Looking For:- Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
- Experience: One year relevant experience, preferred.
- Licensure/Certification: Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required. See essential functions for further requirements
It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.
- Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
- The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
- All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".




