Operating Room Nurse – Orthopedics

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Career development

Licensure reimbursement

Student loan support

Rewards programs

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Registered Nurse for the OR at Grandview Orthopedic Surgery Center in Birmingham, AL. The role involves perioperative nursing across multiple specialties, ensuring patient-centered care from pre-op to post-op, and collaboration with surgical teams.

Applicants should have 0-2 years of acute care experience and an active RN license. The position features a full-time schedule, competitive pay, and opportunities for licensing reimbursement and career development.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student clinical rotations in acute care required.
• Strong knowledge of nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and document findings clearly.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Familiarity with infection control standards and patient safety guidelines.
• Licensure: RN – active state license; BCLS/ACLS/PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process and organizational policies.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and document findings; report changes.
• Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of growth and development.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor effects, document administration.
• Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency.
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans with the care team.
• Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, and discharge plans.
• Maintain infection control practices and monitor equipment for safety.
• Ensure accurate documentation in medical records and support ongoing quality improvement.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Safety & infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Registered Nurse for the OR at Grandview Orthopedic Surgery Center in Birmingham, AL. The role involves perioperative nursing across multiple specialties, ensuring patient-centered care from pre-op to post-op, and collaboration with surgical teams.

Applicants should have 0-2 years of acute care experience and an active RN license. The position features a full-time schedule, competitive pay, and opportunities for licensing reimbursement and career development.