RN-4 South, Orthopedic and Neurosurgery

Conway Regional; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Conway Regional is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the 4 South unit, an 18-bed team focused on orthopedics and neurosurgery. You will care for patients undergoing joint replacements and spine procedures, applying the nursing process to deliver safe, high-quality care within the Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies.

This role requires an active Arkansas RN license, documentation of education, and may prefer BSN and board certification.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current, active license to practice in Arkansas.
• Proof of the highest level of nursing education achieved.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred
• Professional Board Certification, preferred
• Basic keyboarding skills, preferred

Responsibilities

• Care for orthopedic and neurosurgery patients on an 18-bed unit.
• Utilize the nursing process in patient care and follow the Nurse Practice Act and Health System policies.
• Collaborate with the health care team to ensure safe, effective patient recovery.

Skills

Keyboarding

Education

Active Arkansas RN license

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Professional Board Certification

Job description

Overview

4 South is an 18-bed unit that specializes in orthopedics and neurosurgery. The Registered Nurse (RN) cares for a diverse population that includes primary and revision joint replacement as well as neurosurgery patients recovering primarily from procedures such as cervical and lumbar fusions and revisions. Many of our patients participate in Joint Academy before they undergo surgery followed by participation in the Recovery Coach program following surgery. This surgical unit is fast-paced related to turn over as patients typically have a short length of stay. The RN will utilize the nursing process in the provision of care and will practice within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and the policies, procedures and standards of the Health System. The RN will demonstrate a commitment to teamwork through effective collaboration efforts.

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION

This position is a designated as “Safety Sensitive Position” under Act 593 of the State of Arkansas. An employee who is under the influence of Marijuana constitutes a threat to patients/customers which Conway Regional is responsible for in providing and supporting the delivery health care related services.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current, active license to practice in Arkansas, required

• Proof of the highest level of nursing education achieved, required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred

• Professional Board Certification, preferred
• Basic keyboarding skills, preferred