Registered Nurse (RN) Extended Recovery - (Days) (Casual / PRN)

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Position Summary : The Extended Recovery RN, s responsible for providing high-quality patient-centered care to post-operative orthopedic patients requiring extended recovery or overnight care. This role involves monitoring patient conditions, managing pain, preventing complications, encouraging early mobility, preparing patients for their discharge home, and ensuring a safe recovery process. The Extended Recovery nurse will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, hospitalists, nurse navigators, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and maintain safety standards.

Position details

Status

Casual / PRN

Shift

Days

FTE / Hours

0 / As Needed

Schedule

48 hours per 6-week scheduling period 7 : 00am - 7 : 00pm

Some call requirements in Q4

Position Requirements

Education : Graduate of an accredited school / college of nursing required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Licensure : Registered Nursing licensed in the State of Nebraska or eligible compact state required.

Certification : Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) to be acquired within 90 days of hire or transfer date required.

Experience : 1+ Years of RN (Registered Nurse) Experience preferred.

Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong knowledge of post-operative orthopedic care, including pain management and mobility assistance
• Proficiency in IV therapy, wound care, patient assessment, and vital sign monitoring
• Ability to recognize and respond to complications including respiratory distress and infection
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation of patient assessments and interventions
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Essential Job Functions

Patient Care and Monitoring

Clinical Support and Emergency Response

Communication and Documentation

Operational Responsibilities

Physical requirements : This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and / or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.