Job Title: Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Medical-Surgical Unit
Location: Rochester, NY
Rate: $2,950 Weekly
Shift: 36hrs - 3x12hrs - D/E/N Rotating Shifts
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Orthopedic Medical-Surgical Unit team in Rochester, NY. The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Orthopedic MedSurg Unit provides specialized nursing care to patients with orthopedic conditions, including post-operative care for orthopedic surgeries such as joint replacements and fractures.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with orthopedic conditions, including pre-operative preparation, post-operative care, and rehabilitation.
- Assess patients' conditions, monitor vital signs, and manage post-operative pain and complications, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administer medications, titrate intravenous drips, and perform wound care and other nursing interventions as prescribed.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, mobility, and self-care, providing education and support to promote independence and recovery.
- Coordinate and prioritize patient care activities based on acuity and urgency, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of care.
- Educate patients and their families about orthopedic conditions, treatment plans, post-operative care instructions, and strategies for promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Monitor for signs and symptoms of complications, such as infection, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and compartment syndrome, initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
- Document all patient care activities, assessments, and interventions accurately and comprehensively in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans and discharge plans for patients.
- Participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives, research projects, and staff education programs to enhance nursing practice and patient care outcomes.
Requirements:
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of New York.
- Minimum of two years of nursing experience, with at least one year of experience in a medical-surgical or orthopedic unit preferred.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
- Knowledge of orthopedic conditions, surgical procedures, and post-operative care protocols.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Working for Seven Healthcare:
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Job Types: Full-time, Travel nursing
Pay: $2,950.00 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Referral program
Medical specialties:
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Ortho Medsurg: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- NY RN License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rochester, NY (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Rochester, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person