Post-Op Surgical Nurse - Orthopedic & Trauma Care

Seacrest Behavioral Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health in North Carolina is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a surgical care team focused on post-operative management for orthopedic, trauma, vascular, spine, and chest tube surgeries. You will work on complex recoveries and apply specialized care plans to optimize outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold NC license, prefer 1 year experience, and are committed to meaningful impact in surgical nursing through precise assessment, monitoring, and collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current valid North Carolina nursing license or Multi-State/Compact license required.
• One-year relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing specialized post-operative care to patients with complex injuries and surgical recoveries.
• Managing care for patients with external fixators and multi-system injuries.
• Applying advanced knowledge specific to post-operative patient management, distinct from general Medical-Surgical nursing.

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Seacrest Behavioral Health in North Carolina is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a surgical care team focused on post-operative management for orthopedic, trauma, vascular, spine, and chest tube surgeries. You will work on complex recoveries and apply specialized care plans to optimize outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold NC license, prefer 1 year experience, and are committed to meaningful impact in surgical nursing through precise assessment, monitoring, and collaboration with the care team.