Clinical Nurse - Orthopedic Surgery

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low patient-to-nurse ratio

Charge nurse support

Growth opportunities in orthopedic

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Missouri is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care in an orthopedic unit, performing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in line with nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication use, along with collaboration with the healthcare team.

No prior experience required, but 2+ years preferred for advanced roles; benefits include health coverage,

Qualifications

• RN license valid and current.
• Education: Nursing Diploma or ASN; Bachelor’s preferred.
• No experience required; 2+ years for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication use.
• Supports patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, with ongoing professional development.
• Develops and documents individualized care plans with clear goals, collaborating with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Assesses physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Skills

RN License

Orthopedic Care

Patient Education

Care Planning

Team Collaboration

Education

Nursing Diploma/ASN

Bachelor's preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in an orthopedic unit, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, adhering to nursing standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication use.
• Participates in activities supporting patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, along with ongoing professional development.
• Develops and documents individualized care plans with clear goals, collaborating with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Utilizes critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Licenses: Valid RN license.
• Experience: No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred for advanced roles.
• Safety-sensitive position requiring alertness and safe work practices.

Additional Information

Offers a collaborative environment with a low patient-to-nurse ratio, charge nurse support, and opportunities for growth in orthopedic specialty care. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more.