Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Med-Surg
Herrin, Illinois
Herrin Hospital

Registered Nurse - Orthopedics Bone & Joint

Location: Herrin, Illinois
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Assess patients to determine mental, physical, and spiritual needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Provide explanations and instructions to patients and responsible persons.
• Use nursing clinical judgment to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
• Contribute to a healthy workplace environment by managing conflict with professional communication skills.
• Meet Core Measure responsibilities related to patient care.
• Participate in continuing education.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records.

Required Qualifications

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• Experience or certification relevant to Orthopedics Bone & Joint nursing preferred.

Specialty

• Nursing – Orthopedics Bone & Joint

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of specialty nursing experience recommended (based on typical requirements for this specialty).

Additional Notes

• No explicit prior travel experience required mentioned.
• Certifications related to critical care, cardiac, and pediatric areas are listed but focus should be on Orthopedics Bone & Joint specialty.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on patient-centered care and professional growth.