Registered Nurse; RN

Job Description

Specialty Orthopedic Group is currently seeking a Registered Nurse to join our clinic in Tupelo, MS. This is a full‑time position. Candidate must be willing to travel to other clinics as needed.

Please do not call in to Specialty Orthopedic Group regarding this position.

In this role, the RN provides basic medical care to patients in an orthopedic clinic; maintains standards of professional nursing practice in accordance with clinic policy and procedures; provides for the safe and efficient dispensing of doses of medication to patients consistent with the organization's procedure and as ordered by the Physician; responsible for thorough, accurate reporting and documentation of the patient's symptoms, responses and progress.

Must be proficient on computer, scheduling, and have excellent phone etiquette.

• Works under the supervision of provider and maintains practical nursing professional standards of care
• Charts in nurse's notes accurately and in a timely manner; documents provided; maintain appropriate records related to patient’s progress and activities accurately and in a timely manner
• Interview patients and document basic medical history
• Organize and schedule appointments
• Check with patients and type up patients charts
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Registered Nurse license and at least 2 years of clinical experience
• Training or experience treating patients in a clinical setting
• Cooperative work attitude toward co‑employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians
• Ability to promote favorable clinic image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general public
• Ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience in orthopedics is a plus

• Current license in the state of Mississippi
• 1‑2 years of clinic experience preferred