Med Surg RN
West Des Moines, IA
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

We are seeking an experienced Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN) with orthopedic experience to provide comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from orthopedic procedures, including total joint replacements. The ideal candidate will be responsible for patient assessments, medication administration, post-operative care, and monitoring recovery while collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments and develop individualized nursing care plans.
• Provide direct nursing care to medical-surgical and orthopedic patients.
• Care for patients undergoing total joint replacement procedures and those requiring orthopedic braces.
• Monitor vital signs, assess patient conditions, and identify changes requiring medical intervention.
• Administer medications, treatments, and intravenous therapies as prescribed.
• Monitor cardiac-related medications and administer IV medications when required.
• Provide post-operative care, including pain management, wound care, and recovery monitoring.
• Assist patients with mobility, rehabilitation, and activities of daily living.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, recovery, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation using the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Follow infection prevention protocols, patient safety standards, and evidence-based nursing practices.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience in a hospital or medical center.
• Orthopedic and rehabilitation nursing experience required.
• Experience caring for total joint replacement patients and managing orthopedic braces.
• Previous experience using Epic EMR required.
• Active Iowa RN license or compact/multistate nursing license.
• Current BLS certification through AHA or American Red Cross.
• Experience administering cardiac-specific IV medications is highly preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, patient care, and communication skills.
• Ability to float between multiple hospital campuses as required.