Orthopedic Nurse Coordinator: Joint & Spine Care Expert

Iowa Specialty Hospital; Clarion (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS

Short-Term Disability (Employer Paid)

Life Insurance (Employer Paid)

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

457 Retirement Savings Plan

Fitness Center Memberships

Job summary

Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion, IA is seeking an Orthopedic Nurse Coordinator (full-time) to guide total joint and spine patient care from pre-operative education through post-discharge, coordinating with surgeons, therapists, nursing staff, patients, families and administrative teams to ensure a smooth surgical experience and optimal outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a valid RN license with orthopedic or care coordination experience, excels in communication and teamwork, and contributes

Qualifications

• RN License required.
• Experience in orthopedics, surgery, or care coordination preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team.
• Total joint/spine knowledge or accreditation/quality initiatives is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care from pre-operative education and scheduling to post-operative follow-up.
• Serve as the primary communication link among patients, families, physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and administration.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, clinical meetings, and committees.
• Conduct patient follow-up calls after discharge.
• Respond to questions, provide guidance, and document communications in the EMR.
• Ensure patients are prepared for surgery and assist with pre-operative education classes.
• Serve as a resource for orthopedic patient care and assist with problem-solving.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

RN License

Job description

Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion, IA is seeking an Orthopedic Nurse Coordinator (full-time) to guide total joint and spine patient care from pre-operative education through post-discharge, coordinating with surgeons, therapists, nursing staff, patients, families and administrative teams to ensure a smooth surgical experience and optimal outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a valid RN license with orthopedic or care coordination experience, excels in communication and teamwork, and contributes