Orthopedic RN – Care Coordination & Patient Education

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Medical Group, Orthopedics Owensboro, is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced orthopedic setting. You will implement care plans, monitor patient status, and coordinate interdisciplinary care while following physician orders and discharge planning with patients and families.

Requires an Associate's degree in Nursing (or higher), KY RN license, and BLS certification within 45 days.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in nursing.
• RN license in Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS certification within 45 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition.
• Serves as primary coordinator of care across disciplines.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses discharge planning needs with patient/family and healthcare team.
• Educates patient and family based on age, culture, and learning style.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment

Care coordination

Critical thinking

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Owensboro Health Medical Group, Orthopedics Owensboro, is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced orthopedic setting. You will implement care plans, monitor patient status, and coordinate interdisciplinary care while following physician orders and discharge planning with patients and families.

Requires an Associate's degree in Nursing (or higher), KY RN license, and BLS certification within 45 days.