Registered Nurse – Orthopedics (Inpatient)

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 111,586,000 - 181,843,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC. seeks an experienced RN for the NT4 Ortho-Urology Surgical Unit, a 41-bed unit delivering acute orthopedic and urology surgical care including trauma patients.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, individualized care planning, device management, and collaboration with clinicians to ensure patient safety and high-quality documentation.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license
• BLS certification
• High school diploma or GED
• Relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Manage surgical devices and wound appliances
• Coordinate patient care with physicians and therapists

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

RN license

BLS certification

High school diploma or GED

Relevant experience

Tools

Wound vacs

Drains

Traction devices

Orthotic equipment

Telemetry monitoring

Job description

This role is for a registered nurse on the NT4 Ortho-Urology Surgical Unit, a 41-bed, fast-paced environment specializing in acute orthopedic and urology surgical patient care, including trauma cases.

Key responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Manage surgical devices and wound appliances
• Coordinate patient care with physicians and therapists

Skills and resources

• Use of wound vacs
• Drains
• Traction devices
• Orthotic equipment
• Telemetry monitoring

Qualifications

• Valid RN license
• BLS certification
• High school diploma or GED
• Relevant experience

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong clinical skills, effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous learning. The role involves ensuring patient safety, maintaining accurate documentation, and participating in departmental education.

Compensation ranges from $38.93 to $63.35 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.