REGISTERED NURSE-ORTHOPEDICS

Memorial Regional Health•Craig, CO

5h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position for a Registered Nurse specializing in Orthopedics. The role involves recording patient information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), maintaining patient confidentiality, preparing for procedures, collaborating on patient care planning, assisting providers, administering medications, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The nurse will also be responsible for instrument care, participating in staff meetings and process improvement initiatives, and acting as a liaison between patients, families, providers, and staff. The position requires adherence to organizational values, effective communication, and maintaining productivity. The nurse must also complete required annual education and training, and follow all infection control and safety procedures.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must successfully pass a background check.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.
Current and active Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or be obtained within (90) days of hire).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related field.
One (1) year of clinic experience

Responsibilities

Records patient’s current status, past medical history, vaccine status, vital statistics, and medication reconciliation in preparation for provider visit in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Respects the confidentiality of patient records and uses complete discretion when discussing patient information in accordance with HIPAA.
Utilizes all department forms and documents in EMRs appropriately.
Collects, labels, and transports all specimens appropriately.
Demonstrates proper techniques when preparing for procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of emergencies and routine equipment and procedures.
Collaborates with patient care planning, including actively participating in education specific to patient diagnosis and needs.
Assists providers with special tests and procedures.
Demonstrates an ability to start IVs and monitor IV fluids for the correct rate.
Ability to assess every patient for safety, medication dosage appropriateness, and other needs.
Accurately administers medication, performs treatment in accordance with standards of care. Translates medications into pediatric doses and uses proper equipment for the patient’s size and age.
Ability to identify victims and the process for reporting abuse.
Maintains compliance within the department and clinic, as well as within state and federal regulations and policies.
Utilizes proper phone etiquette to record all phone interactions with patients in the EMR.
Properly cares for instruments i.e., cleaning, packaging, and sterilizing as appropriate.
Participates in mandatory in-services and attends staff meetings.
Follows MRH policy and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness and participates in drills.
Acts as a resource person to other staff members.
Acts as a positive and supportive team member to staff members and other departments within the organization.
Participates in process improvement teams or in interdepartmental efforts.
Acts as a liaison between patients, families, providers, and staff.
Completes workload as assigned.
Floats to other clinical departments as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned
Demonstrates full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH and consistently represents the organization in a positive, professional manner.
Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.
Adheres to the MRH attire and dress code in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Exhibits initiative and self-motivation; maintains a consistent level of productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.
Completes all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participates in departmental and organizational meetings or reviews meeting minutes as required.
Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work punctually and completes assigned duties within established timeframes.
Actively contributes to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.
Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.