Ortho RN — Night Per Diem: Musculoskeletal Care Pro

Prime Healthcare; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Prime Healthcare seeks an Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN) on the 7th floor of Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL. The role supports musculoskeletal patient care with emphasis on assessment, pain management, wound care, and education for recovery.

This is a per diem, night-shift position with a differential and collaborative team environment. Eligible applicants hold an active state RN license and BLS; ACLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• BLS certification at hire and maintained.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Ventilator management experience preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health.
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions.
• Recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration and changes in patient status.
• Safely administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse effects or allergies.
• Act as liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure needs are met.
• Provide patient education on condition, treatment options, and recovery.
• Communicate with doctors, therapists, and social workers to adjust care plans.

Skills

Assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Care coordination

Patient education

Education

State RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification (preferred)

Job description

Prime Healthcare seeks an Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN) on the 7th floor of Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL. The role supports musculoskeletal patient care with emphasis on assessment, pain management, wound care, and education for recovery.

This is a per diem, night-shift position with a differential and collaborative team environment. Eligible applicants hold an active state RN license and BLS; ACLS is preferred.