Registered Nurse; RN - Extended Recovery

Overview

Ortho Nebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life‑enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high‑quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work.

If this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of, apply today!

Extended Recovery RN provides high‑quality patient‑centered care to post‑operative orthopedic patients requiring extended recovery or overnight care. Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, managing pain, preventing complications, encouraging early mobility, preparing patients for discharge home, and ensuring a safe recovery process. The nurse works closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, hospitalists, nurse navigators, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and maintain safety standards.

Full Time – 0.9 FTE / 36 hours per week

Shift: Days – three 12‑hour shifts per week (6:45 a.m. – 7:15 p.m.), including built‑in weekend and holiday rotation

• Graduate of an accredited school/college of nursing required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Registered Nursing licensed in the State of Nebraska or eligible compact state required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications to be acquired within 90 days of hire or transfer date required.
• 1+ year of RN experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of post‑operative orthopedic care, including pain management and mobility assistance.
• Proficiency in IV therapy, wound care, patient assessment, and vital sign monitoring.
• Ability to recognize and respond to complications such as respiratory distress and infection.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation of patient assessments and interventions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments post‑surgery.
• Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and overall patient condition.
• Administer medications including pain management protocols.
• Assist patients with mobility ensuring safety and adherence to postoperative restrictions.

• Identify signs of postoperative complications and intervene appropriately.
• Provide wound care, monitor for infections, and manage post‑anesthesia side effects.
• Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risks such as falls, needle sticks, and patient concerns.

• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, addressing concerns and providing education about recovery expectations.

• Maintain professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, and interactions across departments to achieve the organization’s mission of providing efficient, high‑quality patient‑centered care.
• Comply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission.
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Follow established guidelines as stated in hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in onboarding and training new nursing staff.
• Perform all other duties as assigned for which competency has been demonstrated.

This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre‑employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.