Orthopedics Clinical Nurse – Nights

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a skilled registered nurse to provide direct patient care in an orthopedics unit, conducting assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care while promoting patient- and family-centered approaches.

The role requires RN licensure, 2 years of orthopedics/Med-Surg experience preferred, and strong communication, collaboration, and critical thinking to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• RN licensure is required.
• Experience in orthopedics and/or Med-Surg is preferred, with at least 2 years of experience desirable.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient needs holistically.
• Develop, implement, and document personalized care plans.
• Educate patients and families for effective self-care post-discharge.
• Participate in professional development and quality improvement activities.
• Ensure safety and compliance across all care activities.

Skills

RN licensure

Orthopedics/Med-Surg experience

Communication

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Job description

Provides direct patient care in an orthopedics unit, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to nursing standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration. Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop and communicate individualized care plans, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Uses critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and barriers. Maintains a safe work environment as this is a safety-sensitive role.

Qualifications & Skills

• RN licensure required.
• Experience in orthopedics and/or Med-Surg is preferred, with at least 2 years of experience desirable.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient needs holistically.
• Develop, implement, and document personalized care plans.
• Educate patients and families for effective self-care post-discharge.
• Participate in professional development and quality improvement activities.
• Ensure safety and compliance across all care activities.