Orthopedic Registered Nurse

DayToDay Health; Concord (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DayToDay Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Orthopedic Unit to provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care for postoperative and acute orthopedic patients. You will support safe recovery through effective pain management, mobility, and continuous monitoring.

You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and the care team to coordinate care, educate patients and families, and participate in quality improvement initiatives in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure
• Strong assessment and monitoring skills
• Proficiency in medication administration
• Ability to deliver mobility-focused care
• Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams
• Patient and family education skills

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor clinical progress
• Administer medications and manage pain using appropriate clinical protocols
• Provide wound care and support fracture-related care
• Document patient status and communicate changes to the care team
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to coordinate care
• Educate patients and families on procedures and discharge planning
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives in a team-oriented environment

Skills

Clinical assessment

Pain management

Postoperative care

Wound care

Communication

Patient education

Education

RN licensure

Job description

Registered Nurse (Orthopedic Unit)

Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to post-operative and acute orthopedic patients, supporting safe recovery through effective pain management, mobility, and continuous monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor clinical progress
• Administer medications and manage pain using appropriate clinical protocols
• Provide wound care and support fracture-related care
• Document patient status and communicate changes to the care team
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to coordinate care
• Educate patients and families on procedures and discharge planning
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives in a team-oriented environment

Qualifications & Skills

• Current RN licensure
• Strong assessment, clinical judgment, and patient monitoring skills
• Proficiency in medication administration and postoperative nursing care
• Ability to deliver safe mobility-focused care and promote recovery
• Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
• Patient and family education skills