Orthopedic Surgical Nurse

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-hour night shifts

RN Career Ladder

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a qualified registered nurse to provide direct patient care in a medical-surgical unit serving orthopedic, spine, urological, and plastic surgery patients. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans, promote patient and family-centered care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Full-time, 12-hour night shifts with weekend/holiday rotations. Career ladder progression and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing; RN licensure required.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with at least two years of experience.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
• This role is safety-sensitive, requiring alertness and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Promoting a healing environment through patient education and safety initiatives.
• Developing and documenting personalized care plans aligned with standards and patient needs.
• Assessing physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and barriers.
• Participating in professional development and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Role OverviewThis position involves providing direct patient care in a specialized medical-surgical unit, focusing on orthopedic, spine, urological, and plastic surgery patients. The nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans, promote patient and family-centered care, and educate on post-treatment needs. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team—including case managers, therapists, and physicians is essential to ensure quality and safety.

Role OverviewThis position involves providing direct patient care in a specialized medical-surgical unit, focusing on orthopedic, spine, urological, and plastic surgery patients. The nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans, promote patient and family-centered care, and educate on post-treatment needs. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team—including case managers, therapists, and physicians is essential to ensure quality and safety.

Responsibilities Include

• Promoting a healing environment through patient education and safety initiatives.
• Developing and documenting personalized care plans aligned with standards and patient needs.
• Assessing physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and barriers.
• Participating in professional development and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of a Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing; RN licensure required.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with at least two years of experience.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
• This role is safety-sensitive, requiring alertness and safe work practices.

Additional Information

• Full-time, 12-hour night shifts with weekend and holiday rotations.
• Opportunity for career advancement through a structured RN Career Ladder, supporting professional growth and pay increases.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Note: This description summarizes the core duties, qualifications, and benefits; it is not exhaustive. Equal opportunity employer.