Registered Nurse Ortho MedSurg

Registered Nurse – Ortho Med Surg at North Okaloosa Medical Center

As a Registered Nurse at North Okaloosa Medical Center, you’ll play a vital role in providing quality care to our patients. Our nurses enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and up to $20K for student loan payments.

• $10,000 sign‑on bonus for qualified RNs
• Season:
  Ortho Med Surg 2 North
• Full-time day shift (0600–1800)

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient‑centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high‑quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

• Coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with organizational policies and nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments, documents findings accurately, and reports changes to the care team.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age‑appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration per standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within scope of competency.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life‑saving interventions such as CPR and code team activities.
• Advocates for patients’ rights and needs, ensuring their voices are heard.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post‑discharge care.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
• Demonstrates responsible decision‑making in planning, delegating, and providing care.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• 0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

• RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure or Compact State Licensure (required)
• BCLS – Basic Life Support (required)
• ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)
• PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)
• NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation (preferred)
• Refer to facility or unit‑specific guidelines for additional requirements.

North Okaloosa Medical Center is located in Crestview, FL, and serves the surrounding community with a caring, technologically advanced, yet human‑centered approach. The center features more than 600 staff, 150 physicians, and has recently invested $12 million in capital upgrades and renovations.

Entry level, full‑time, health care provider, hospitals and health care industry.