Orthopedic Surgery (RN)

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to young adult, adult, and elderly patients in the Medical-Surgical unit. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care while maintaining safety, dignity, confidentiality, and compliance with established clinical standards. Key

Perform comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and reassessments according to facility policy. Provide pre- and post-operative care for general, bariatric, orthopedic, trauma, neurosurgical, and genitourinary patients. Monitor patient conditions, evaluate outcomes, and modify care plans as needed.

Administer medications, provide IV therapy, access central lines, and manage specialized IV drips and titration. Provide pain management and transfusion therapy. Perform chest tube care and assist with insertion procedures as appropriate.

Manage PEG, G-tube, J-tube, and drainage systems, including Jackson-Pratt, Hemovac, percutaneous, and sump drains. Provide traction care and perform NIH Stroke Scale assessments. Perform EKGs, waived testing, and other unit-specific clinical procedures.

Document patient histories, assessments, treatments, and responses accurately in the medical record. Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge needs.

Assist physicians with procedures and respond promptly to changes in patient condition. Supervise and coordinate the work of other healthcare staff as assigned. Maintain patient safety, infection control, confidentiality, and compliance with facility policies.

Support quality improvement initiatives, precepting, and ongoing professional development. Required

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Active Registered Nurse (RN) license. Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and EKG competencies required.

Minimum 2 years of nursing experience ; 5 years preferred. Travel nursing experience required. Strong assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and patient-care skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and care for patients across adult age groups. Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Important Notes: Schedule consists of four 12-hour night shifts per week, totaling 48 hours.

Candidates should have relevant Med-Surg experience and be comfortable with the specialized procedures and equipment listed above. Confirm the facility name and address before sharing this posting with candidates.