Staff RN-Ortho/Medical

Bryan Health; Lincoln (NE); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Orthopedics RN at Bryan Health in Lincoln, NE provides comprehensive care for adults with orthopedic and surgical conditions, performing interventions such as wound care, drainage management, casts, and education. The role emphasizes collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals and ensure safe, effective transitions of care.

This position requires Nebraska RN licensure, CPR certification, and commitment to evidence-based practice, patient education, and quality

Qualificações

• Current Registered Nurse licensure from Nebraska or compact state as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• CPR certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist adult patients in orthopedics/surgical unit with conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, obesity, spinal disorders and fractures.
• Assess and participate in interdisciplinary care planning with documentation.
• Supervise LPNs and other support staff as described by Nebraska Statute 38.
• Document patient care according to Bryan Medical Center procedures.
• Educate patients and families to meet identified needs.
• Facilitate transitions to the next level of care.
• Engage in continued learning and self-development within the unit.

Conhecimentos

RN licensure

CPR certification

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Orthopedics RN assists with the care of adult patients with conditions common to the Orthopedic/Surgical Unit such as arthritis, diabetes, obesity, spinal disorders/surgery and fractures. Performs therapeutic interventions consistent with the unit including but not limited to: removes total joint and back drains, management of anticoagulation therapy, mobilizing utilization, traction, pin care and casts.

The Staff Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for meeting patient's priority needs by assessing, participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing and /or delegating care and evaluating patients' responses and progress toward clinical outcomes. The Staff RN contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation, preceptoring and/or resourcing of others.

The Staff RN supervises Licensed Practical Nurses and/or other support staff in the delivery of patient care as described in Nebraska Statute 38.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• Initiates assessment and reassessment based on the patient's presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Center's procedures.
• Synthesizes pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to identify nursing priorities for care and desired outcomes/goals.
• Integrates appropriate standards of care into the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis and age-specific needs.
• Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions.
• Provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn.
• Evaluates the patient's response to and effectiveness of interventions.
• Evaluates patient's progress toward established outcomes.
• Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care.
• Includes family or significant others in the care of the patient as appropriate.
• Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.
• Provides care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Facilitates patient's transition to the next level of care.
• Actively participates in continued learning opportunities and continued self-development pertinent to the work unit and duties of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.