Orthopedic Physical Therapist

Orthopt; Hanes (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Registered Nurse to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. This role provides specialized nursing care to orthopedic patients across pre- and post-operative management, pain control, mobility support, and education.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes and safety. Responsibilities include caring for joint replacements, fractures, and spine surgeries; assessing pain and neurovascular status; administering

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in state of practice.
• BSN preferred or in progress within timeframe.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred or to be obtained.
• ONC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic nursing care to patients undergoing joint replacement, fracture repair, spine surgery, and other musculoskeletal procedures.
• Conduct thorough assessments focusing on pain, mobility, neurovascular status, and skin integrity; update plans of care.
• Administer medications including pain management therapies; manage IV fluids as ordered.
• Monitor vital signs, surgical sites, and post-operative status; escalate changes as needed.
• Perform wound and dressing care; manage drains and orthopedic equipment like braces, slings, traction.
• Collaborate with surgeons, APPs, therapists, and team to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families on pre- and post-operative expectations and device use.
• Maintain infection control and fall prevention practices; ensure safe environment.
• Document assessments, interventions, and education in EHR.

Skills

Orthopedic nursing

Post-operative care

Pain management

Wound care

Neurovascular assessment

Patient education

Care plan development

EHR documentation

Medication administration

IV therapy

Pre- and post-operative teaching

Mobility assessment

Infection control

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred or in progress

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred

Orthopaedic Nurse Certified (ONC) preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Novant Health is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Registered Nurse to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will provide specialized nursing care to orthopedic patients across the continuum of care, including pre- and post-operative management, pain control, mobility support, and patient education. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes, ensure safety, and deliver compassionate, evidence-based care. Novant Health offers a culture of diversity, innovation, and professional growth, with access to advanced technology and ongoing development opportunities.

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic nursing care to patients undergoing joint replacement, fracture repair, spine surgery, and other musculoskeletal procedures.
• Conduct thorough assessments focusing on pain, mobility, neurovascular status, and skin integrity, and update individualized plans of care accordingly.
• Administer medications, including pain management therapies, and manage IV fluids and other treatments in accordance with provider orders and protocols.
• Monitor vital signs, surgical sites, and overall post-operative status, promptly identifying and escalating changes in condition.
• Perform wound and dressing care, manage drains and orthopedic equipment such as braces, slings, and traction as appropriate.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice providers, therapists, and other team members to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Educate patients and families about pre- and post-operative expectations, mobility precautions, use of assistive devices, and at-home care needs.
• Implement and reinforce fall prevention, pressure injury prevention, and infection control practices to maintain a safe care environment.
• Document all assessments, interventions, patient responses, and education accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement, unit-based initiatives, and continuing education to enhance orthopedic nursing practice and patient outcomes.

• Orthopedic nursing
• Post-operative care
• Pain management
• Wound and dressing management
• Neurovascular assessment
• Patient and family education
• Care plan development
• Electronic health records (EHR) documentation
• Medication administration
• IV therapy
• Pre- and post-operative patient teaching
• Mobility and fall-risk assessment
• Collaborative care with interdisciplinary teams
• Infection prevention and control
• Discharge planning
• Vital signs monitoring
• Triage and prioritization
• Critical thinking and clinical judgment
• Patient safety and quality improvement
• Use of orthopedic equipment (slings, braces, traction)

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred or in progress within specified timeframe
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred or obtained within specified timeframe
• Orthopaedic Nurse Certified (ONC) preferred
• Previous orthopedic, surgical, or acute care nursing experience strongly preferred
• Competency with electronic health record (EHR) systems