RN - Total Joint & Spine - As Needed

Job description

RN - Total Joint & Spine Unit As Needed As Needed Requirements include working 5 Shifts within a 6 week schedule period. 3 West is a specialized inpatient unit providing comprehensive care for patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics. Our patients often require spinal surgery, orthopedic surgery, care for traumatic orthopedic injuries, or elective total joint replacements . We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of each patient. As a Registered Nurse on 3 West, you will play a vital role in the recovery journey of patients undergoing orthopedic and post-surgical care. Using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation , you will provide safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care while upholding our nursing department standards. Key responsibilities include: Why Join 3 West at Meritus Health? - Administering medications, IV therapy, and blood product infusions. - Managing pain utilizing IV, oral, and patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). - Providing oxygen therapy, wound care, and surgical incision management. - Setting up and monitoring traction and maintaining specialized orthopedic eq...