Recovery Center Registered Nurse (PRN)-Night Shift

Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies•Loveland, CO

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Center Registered Nurse is responsible for the nursing care of post-surgical orthopaedic patients admitted to the recovery center unit. This position provides nursing care using therapeutic, rehabilitative, and preventive methods. This position is part-time role, 12+ hours per week and for NIGHT SHIFT.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program.
Demonstrated knowledge of surgery center procedures and protocols.
Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing.
Valid Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) license. Must provide proof of license and be in good standing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days from hire. OCR will help facilitate certification classes as needed.
Core competencies in teamwork, communication, ethics, adaptability, dependability, and confidentiality.
Position requires acceptable motor vehicle driving history, valid and free from restrictions, and must have a valid driver’s license and appropriate vehicle insurance coverage. Ability to travel between all OCR locations.

Responsibilities

Assists in (or performs under medical direction) diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including administration of medications, application of drugs, starting intravenous (IV) fluids, application of orthopaedic devices such as continuous passive motion (CPM), and dressing changes.
Observes patient, checks dressings, documents significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to significant incidents.
Is aware of complications that could result from anesthesia; demonstrates knowledge of appropriate treatment for complications of anesthesia.
Follows standing orders and post-operative protocols for each patient admitted to the recovery center.