Clinical Nurse – Orthopedic Surgery

Live Well Homecare; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans with employer contrib

Tuition assistance and ongoing dev

Paid time off and flexible spending

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Missouri seeks a Clinical Nurse (RN) for our Orthopedic Unit to provide direct, patient- and family-centered care for trauma, sports injuries, and post-surgical patients.

You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, educate families, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree required.
• RN license required.
• No prior experience required; 2 years preferred.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment with alertness and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, patient- and family-centered care.
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members for comprehensive care planning.
• Educate patients on health management and post-treatment needs.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Patient safety awareness

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree

Job description

Role Overview: Clinical Nurse (RN) – Orthopedic Unit

Provides direct patient care in a specialized orthopedic unit, managing patients with trauma, sports injuries, degenerative conditions, and post-surgical needs.

Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care within established nursing standards.

Develops individualized care plans, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, and educates patients and families on injury management, medication, and post-discharge care.

Ensures patient safety and regulatory compliance, promotes a healing environment, and advocates for patient-centered care.

Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Demonstrates professionalism through ongoing development and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree
• Licensure: Valid RN license
• Experience: No prior experience required; 2 years preferred
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment with alertness and responsibility

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver compassionate, patient- and family-centered care
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives
• Collaborate with team members for comprehensive care planning
• Educate patients on health management and post-treatment needs
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with standards

Benefits & Opportunities:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Disability coverage and retirement plans with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and ongoing professional development
• Paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and adoption support

Join a high-performing, supportive orthopedic nursing team committed to growth, teamwork, and excellent patient care.