Registered Nurse - Inpatient

Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Educational Bonuses for Certifications

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Bonuses

Job summary

Kansas-City-Orthopaedic-Institute-1 is seeking 2 full-time Registered Nurses to join our Inpatient Orthopedic team. One will work day shift and one night shift across three 12-hour shifts weekly, with a focus on post-operative orthopedic care and collaboration with physicians and physical therapists.

We value dedicated, patient-centered care. Required: KS RN license and BLS; 1–5 years’ experience (ortho or med-surg preferred). ACLS preferred. Competitive benefits and career growth await.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the State of Kansas.
• BLS Certification (ACLS preferred).
• 1–5 years of nursing experience or equivalent training.
• Orthopedic and/or Medical-Surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Coordinate care with physicians and therapists; educate patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver total patient care for post-operative orthopedic patients.
• Administer medications and monitor patient response.
• Educate patients and families on recovery and discharge plans.
• Maintain clean, safe rooms and unit environment; document care in EMR.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists; monitor progress.

Skills

RN license KS

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

1-5 years nursing experience

Orthopedic nursing experience

Medical-Surgical experience

Job description

Make a Difference. Find Balance. Become an Orthopedic Expert.Are you an RN looking for a role that offers consistency, autonomy, work-life balance, and the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care?We're seeking 2 full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Inpatient Orthopedic team, 1 full-time on the day shift and 1 full-time on the night shift. Candidates with medical-surgical experience are encouraged to apply, and orthopedic experience is a plus but not required.In this role, you'll work alongside an all-RN staff in a highly specialized orthopedic setting, caring for post-operative orthopedic patients while collaborating with physicians and physical therapists to help patients achieve successful recovery outcomes.Our nurses enjoy the unique opportunity to develop deep expertise in a single specialty while maintaining meaningful patient connections and serving as the primary coordinator of care.ScheduleFull-Time Day Shift and Night ShiftThree 12-hour shifts per weekWork-life balance with a consistent scheduleWhat You'll DoAs an Inpatient RN, you will provide comprehensive nursing care for post-operative orthopedic patients, including:Delivering total patient care throughout the recovery processAdministering medications and monitoring patient responseEducating patients and families on recovery and discharge plansPreparing and serving patient meals as neededMaintaining clean, safe patient rooms and unit environmentsAccurately documenting care in the electronic medical recordCollaborating with orthopedic surgeons, and physical therapistsMonitoring patient progress and helping patients achieve recovery goalsWhy Nurses Love Working HereAt our hospital, you'll experience a nursing environment that empowers and supports you every day.What You Can Expect:Utilize and strengthen your critical thinking and clinical judgment skillsTake ownership of your patients' care and outcomesWork alongside an experienced, all-RN nursing teamDevelop expertise in a specialized orthopedic settingPractice in a dynamic environment with low infection ratesPartner with Board-Certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeonsBe part of a team that consistently achieves patient satisfaction rates above 90%Receive a 3% merit increase upon obtaining ONC CertificationComprehensive Benefits PackageWe invest in our team members with a robust benefits package that includes:6 Company-Paid HolidaysGenerous PTO AccrualsEmployer Discretionary BonusesEducational Bonuses for Professional CertificationsComprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and more401(k) with a Strong Company MatchRequired:Current Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of KansasBLS Certification1-5 years of relevant nursing experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experiencePreferred:Medical-Surgical nursing experienceOrthopedic nursing experienceACLS CertificationJoin a team where your expertise is valued, your patients appreciate the care you provide, and your schedule allow you to enjoy life outside of work.Apply today and discover the difference of orthopedic nursing excellence.