Pre-Op/Post-Op Nurse

Job Opportunity

As the largest and most comprehensive orthopaedic team in the state, we bring together the medical expertise of leading orthopaedic and musculoskeletal surgeons, specialists, and research pioneers. Every provider in our network shares a deep commitment to leadership in education, innovation, and research, as well as a dedicated focus on prioritizing patient care across the continuum of treatment.

Interested in orthopaedics? Discover why it's worth pursuing with us. Our career opportunities offer competitive salaries, outstanding benefits, and a platform to pursue your passion. As Michigan's largest and most comprehensive orthopaedic team, we are actively seeking skilled and enthusiastic individuals to join us today.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides planned, skilled, and individualized nursing care for patients in the preoperative and postoperative/post-anesthesia (Phase 1 & 2) periods of the perioperative process.
• Provides thorough patient assessment, patient surveillance, and timely administrations of physician's orders preparing the patient for and recovering the patient after surgery in an outpatient setting.
• Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Supports the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Organization.
• Maintains familiarity with and abides by the Center's policies and procedures.
• Contributes to the progress and development of the Organization's adopted Quality Management Program.
• Maintains professional competence by participating in continuing education and other learning experiences.
• Maintains membership(s) and activity within relevant professional organization(s).
• Must be able to set priorities and provide direction to others that is clear, concise, and promotes efficiency.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities.
• Respects the patient's right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality and will provide a safe and supportive patient atmosphere.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education, Experience, Licenses, and Certifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Michigan: Required
• Minimum of 2 years perioperative orthopaedic surgery experience: Required
• Joint Replacement and Spine Surgery experience: Preferred
• Critical Care experience: Preferred
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certification Required (able to obtain within 6 months of hire).

Our company participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees, as required by federal law.