Role: Registered Nurse providing direct nursing care to post-surgical patients in an inpatient unit specializing in orthopedic, spine, urological, plastic, and general surgery.
Key Duties:
- Assess patient needs and clinical status to support safe recovery.
- Develop, implement, and document individualized nursing care plans.
- Provide direct post-surgical nursing interventions and ongoing monitoring.
- Educate patients and families on care needs, recovery expectations, and discharge instructions.
- Coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
- Support safe discharge planning through effective communication and documentation.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to create and maintain accurate, compliant care plans and documentation.
- Patient and family education skills with clear, compassionate communication.
- Proven teamwork and coordination skills with multidisciplinary providers.