Role: Provides direct patient care in an orthopedic unit, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing activities within established standards.
Responsibilities:
- Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment home care, and medication administration.
- Ensures patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while participating in professional development.
- Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans collaboratively with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
- Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient values and barriers.
- Works in a safety-sensitive environment, maintaining alertness and safety at all times.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Minimum: Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree and RN licensure; no prior experience required.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and at least 2 years of experience.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
Key Duties:
- Care for diverse orthopedic patients, including those undergoing joint replacement, spine surgery, trauma, sports medicine, and musculoskeletal oncology.
- Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration and patient education to support recovery and well-being.