Charge Nurse (Primary) - Orthopedics

NKC Health; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NKC Health's North Kansas City Hospital Orthopedic/Med-Surg Trauma Unit is seeking an RN to deliver high-quality care in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. You will work on a unit performing elective procedures such as hip/knee replacements and spinal surgeries, and care for trauma patients in med/surg recovery.

Under supervision of the Nurse Director, you will help coordinate patient care plans and policies with a team of surgeons, residents, and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Two years of med/surg experience.
• State of Missouri RN license required and BLS from AHA.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Nurse Director coordinate care provided by the staff for patients and families.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

SUMMARY: Join the Orthopedic/Med-Surg Trauma Team If you�re a registered nurse (RN) looking for a dynamic and supportive environment where you can make a real difference, the North Kansas City Hospital Orthopedic/Med-Surg Trauma Unit is the place to be. With cutting-edge procedures, strong interdisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, we offer a workplace where you�ll be challenged, supported, and inspired every day. We perform 80-100 elective procedures per week, including total hip and knee replacements, spinal fusions, discectomies, shoulder replacements, and more. We also care for trauma patients in their med/surg recovery phase, treating injuries from motor vehicle accidents, falls, gunshot wounds, and other emergencies. We hold Advanced Certification in Total Hip and Knee Joint Replacement through The Joint Commission and are actively pursuing Advanced Certification for Spine Surgery. Supportive Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 1:5 on days, 1:6 on nights, with dedicated techs for patient support and charge nurses who are not in staffing. Our nurses work directly with 40+ orthopedic surgeons and their residents, playing an integral role in shaping patient care plans and policies. SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Nurse Director coordinate care provided by the staff for patients and families.

EXPERIENCE: Two years of med/surg experience.

OTHER: Basic computer skills

LICENSE/CERT: Required: RN (Registered Nurse) State of Missouri, BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association) Preferred: CMSRN Med/Surg

EDUCATION: Required: Bachelors - Nursing, Preferred: Masters - Nursing