PRN)

OrthoNebraska•Omaha, NE

About The Position

OrthoNebraska provides personalized, high-quality healthcare focused on safety and patient experience. The Pre/Post RN provides patient-centered care throughout the perioperative process in an orthopedic surgical center. Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery, monitoring them in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), and supporting safe recovery before discharge. The nurse collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and maintain safety standards. The position is casual/PRN, with hours as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing.
Registered Nurse license in Nebraska or an eligible compact state.
Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (PALS) certifications, or obtain them within 90 days of hire or transfer.
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and weight of patients served.
Ability to perform technical skills competently and independently to assure patient safety.
Ability to pass a background check and successfully complete a pre-employment physical and drug screen, and obtain active licensure required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 1 year of perioperative, medical-surgical, or PACU experience.
In-depth knowledge of surgical procedures.
Strong skills in preoperative assessment and perioperative care.
Extensive knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques.
Ability to collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare professionals.
Solid understanding of patient health and safety standards.
Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing assessments to determine assigned patients’ nursing care needs.
Develop, review, revise, and individualize plans of care to address patient needs and support optimal outcomes.
Implement interventions consistent with the plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner.
Evaluate patient responses to care and interventions.
Maintain professional conduct and interactions in support of the organization’s mission.
Take action to correct, prevent, or minimize risks to patients, families, and hospital employees, including falls, needle sticks, and patient concerns.
Comply with safety activities, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission.
Participate in performance improvement activities.
Attend and participate in department meetings.
Attend mandatory educational programs.
Follow hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.