Orthopedic RN: Patient-Centered Care & Career Growth

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Career ladder

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care on an orthopedic unit, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in line with nursing standards. Responsibilities include promoting patient- and family-centered care, educating on illness management, and collaborating with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.

BSN encouraged; RN license required.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• BSN degree encouraged; 2+ years in orthopedics or med-surg preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient- and family-centered care; educate on illness management, post-treatment care, and medications.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities; engage in ongoing professional development.
• Develop and document individualized care plans; collaborate with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, emotional needs; consider patient preferences and cultural factors.
• Maintain safety-sensitive standards by staying alert.

Skills

RN license

Independent work

Collaboration

Critical nursing skills

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree in Nursing

BSN degree

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care on an orthopedic unit, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in line with nursing standards. Responsibilities include promoting patient- and family-centered care, educating on illness management, and collaborating with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.

BSN encouraged; RN license required.