This position is Sign-On Bonus eligible.
1 WC accepts all medical-surgical patients and specializes in Orthopedic, Orthopedic Trauma, Spine, and Gynecological patients. This is a fast-paced, primarily surgical unit with a focus on patient and staff satisfaction through teamwork, shared governance, and a commitment to quality. We are a Total Joint Center of Excellence, accredited through the Joint Commission since 2011. Requirements: a current California License, BLS from the American Heart Association, and 1 year recent experience in an acute care setting. CMSRN and/or Orthopedic Certification are a plus!
The patient population of the Orthopedic/Medical-Surgical Unit is varied and diverse, ranging in age from 18 and older.
The most common diagnoses for patients on 1 WC are: total joint replacements (hip and knee), extremity fractures/surgeries, back injuries/surgeries, hysterectomies and other gynecologic surgeries. We also take care of a variety of other medical diagnoses as needed.
About Us
Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, Ca, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love.
Cottage Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottage Health applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, transgender, gender expression and identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the relationship between Cottage Health and an applicant or employee. Cottage Health is committed to upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. We strive to cultivate an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work.
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