Orthopedic Nurse

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking a Staff Registered Nurse in the Ortho Unit to provide comprehensive nursing care for orthopedic and post-surgical patients in a fast-paced setting.

You will focus on pain management, mobility support, and discharge planning, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and educating patients and families throughout recovery.

Qualifications

• Current nursing licensure and relevant clinical experience.
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic, evidence-based care to orthopedic and post-surgical patients.
• Focus on pain management, mobility, and safe recovery.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment, recovery, and discharge plans.

Skills

Nursing licensure

Clinical experience

Assessment & communication

Job description

Role: Staff Registered Nurse in the Ortho Unit

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, evidence-based care to orthopedic and post-surgical patients
• Focus on pain management, mobility, and safe recovery
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment, recovery, and discharge plans

Qualifications & Skills

• Current nursing licensure and relevant clinical experience
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning

Key Duties

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced orthopedic setting
• Support patient recovery through effective pain management and mobility assistance
• Participate in professional development and specialty certification opportunities