RN - Ortho/Med-Surg Registered Nurse

Join a dedicated healthcare team providing personalized, high-quality patient care in orthopedic and medical-surgical settings. This role involves developing and implementing individualized nursing care plans while maintaining accurate patient medical records. Safety principles are a priority, and recognizing when to escalate patient concerns is essential. Collaboration with multidisciplinary health team members is key, along with a commitment to exceptional customer service and respectful relationships.

Essential Functions

• Assess, plan, implement, and document nursing care plans for patients of all ages, including newborns and children in specialized units.
• Encourage patient independence by setting care goals and involving patients and families in discussions about medical issues, testing, medications, and self-care.
• Monitor patients' physical, mental, and emotional status, reporting changes promptly.
• Provide direct patient care and support as part of the healthcare team.
• Mentor and train new staff and students.
• Adhere to privacy and security regulations concerning Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Demonstrate unit-specific competencies within orientation and ongoing practice.

Minimum Knowledge and Skills

• Basic nursing principles application.
• Effective communication skills.
• Keyboarding and basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

Behavioral Skills

• Integrity: Honest and ethical presence, inspiring others to uphold organizational values.
• Compassion: Empathetic and caring approach with excellent customer service.
• Accountability: Ownership of responsibilities with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Respect: Collaborative attitude toward diverse populations and proactive service orientation.
• Excellence: Strong communication and leadership skills, capable of strategic thinking and process improvement facilitation.

Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
• BSN strongly preferred.
• Previous nursing experience preferred.

Licensure and Certification

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the relevant state.
• Healthcare Provider BLS certification through AHA or ARC within 30 days of start date.

This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. The role serves a broad regional community in the central United States, providing an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.