Med-Surg Ortho RN
hace 2 meses
Tallahassee
Job Description Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Med-Surg Ortho Registered Nurse (RN) for a top Healthcare client. This dynamic role provides compassionate and reliable specialized care and treatment to ill, injured, and recovering adults within a patient-centered model, focusing on orthopedic conditions and post-operative recovery. The RN is required to make autonomous clinical assessments, manage treatment plans, and advocate for patients in a collaborative environment committed to exceptional care. Job Responsibilities • Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s orthopedic health or clinical situation and analyze assessment data to determine priority diagnoses or issues., • Develop an individualized plan of care that identifies expected outcomes and prescribes appropriate strategies for attainment., • Make accurate clinical assessments and manage patient treatment autonomously, utilizing sound clinical judgment., • Educate patients and their families regarding medications, orthopedic procedures, and treatments, providing necessary support throughout their stay., • Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring patient safety and serving as a vital part of the interdisciplinary team., • Ensure effective and efficient use of time, supplies, and orthopedic equipment in the administration of all patient care., • Nursing Diploma or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is required., • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred. Experience • Minimum of one (1) year of Recent Registered Nurse (RN) experience is required., • Acute care experience is strongly preferred, but not mandatory. Candidates with Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) experience will be considered., • Prior experience in an Orthopedic unit is highly desirable (implied by the job title). Certifications/Licenses • Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida or able to obtain licensure prior to start is required., • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required., • Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred, but is required within six (6) months of hire. Skills • Proven ability to make autonomous clinical assessments and manage treatment protocols effectively., • Strong advocacy and collaboration skills for working within the interdisciplinary team., • Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts., • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance., • Life insurance and disability coverage., • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match., • Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays., • Continuing education and professional development opportunities., • Supportive, team-oriented work environment.