Orthopedic Nurse - Post-Op Care & Recovery Specialist

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking an Orthopedic Registered Nurse to provide specialized nursing care across the care continuum for orthopedic patients. The role supports pre- and post-operative care, pain management, mobility, and patient education.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes, safety, and overall care quality, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse licensure.
• Experience in orthopedic nursing or surgical patient care.
• Strong clinical assessment, pain management, and post-operative support skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-operative and post-operative nursing care, including clinical monitoring and recovery support.
• Manage patient pain using evidence-based interventions.
• Support mobility, functional recovery, and safe patient movement.
• Educate patients and families on care plans, recovery expectations, and self-management.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance outcomes, safety, and care quality.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care aligned with clinical standards.

Skills

RN licensure

Orthopedic nursing

Pain management

Patient education

Team-based care

Job description

Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking an Orthopedic Registered Nurse to provide specialized nursing care across the care continuum for orthopedic patients. The role supports pre- and post-operative care, pain management, mobility, and patient education.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes, safety, and overall care quality, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced setting.