Med-Surg Ortho RN

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Med-Surg Ortho Registered Nurse (RN) for a top Healthcare client.

This dynamic role provides compassionate and reliable specialized care and treatment to ill, injured, and recovering adults within a patient-centered model, focusing on orthopedic conditions and post-operative recovery. The RN is required to make autonomous clinical assessments, manage treatment plans, and advocate for patients in a collaborative environment committed to exceptional care.

Job Responsibilities

• Collect comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s orthopedic health or clinical situation and analyze assessment data to determine priority diagnoses or issues.
• Develop an individualized plan of care that identifies expected outcomes and prescribes appropriate strategies for attainment.
• Make accurate clinical assessments and manage patient treatment autonomously, utilizing sound clinical judgment.
• Educate patients and their families regarding medications, orthopedic procedures, and treatments, providing necessary support throughout their stay.
• Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring patient safety and serving as a vital part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure effective and efficient use of time, supplies, and orthopedic equipment in the administration of all patient care.
• Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team, including orthopedic surgeons and therapists, to provide seamless care delivery.

Education

• Nursing Diploma or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of Recent Registered Nurse (RN) experience is required.
• Acute care experience is strongly preferred, but not mandatory. Candidates with Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) experience will be considered.
• Prior experience in an Orthopedic unit is highly desirable (implied by the job title).

Certifications/Licenses

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida or able to obtain licensure prior to start is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred, but is required within six (6) months of hire.

Skills

• Proven ability to make autonomous clinical assessments and manage treatment protocols effectively.
• Strong advocacy and collaboration skills for working within the interdisciplinary team.
• Expertise in patient education related to medications and orthopedic post-operative care.

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.