Orthopedic Nurse- Full and Part Time available.

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

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Job Description:

Registered Nurse – Orthopedics

Location: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Schedule:Full Time and Part Time
Shift: Day

Create Mobility. Support Recovery. Make a Difference Every Day.

At AdventHealth, our mission is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Christ through compassionate, whole-person care. As an Orthopedic Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence while delivering safe, expert, patient-centered care.

This role is more than joint replacement care. It requires strong clinical judgment, excellent assessment skills, effective patient education, and a compassionate approach to supporting patients through recovery. If you are committed to teamwork, safety, and high-quality orthopedic care, we invite you to join our team.

Job Summary

Now hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Orthopedic Registered Nurses, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is seeking compassionate, skilled nurses who are passionate about helping patients regain mobility, independence, and quality of life. The Orthopedic Registered Nurse provides safe, individualized nursing care to patients with orthopedic conditions and procedures while promoting and restoring health through the nursing process. This role collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to deliver comprehensive care, provides physical and emotional support to patients and families, and may supervise assigned team members to ensure quality care. Responsibilities are performed in accordance with facility policies, procedures, standards of practice, and applicable state nursing regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle needs.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care.

• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.

• Monitor patients for changes in condition and respond appropriately to promote safety and recovery.

• Educate patients and families on health conditions, treatments, medications, mobility precautions, and self-care strategies.

• Collaborate with physicians, therapy teams, case management, and other departments to coordinate optimal patient care and discharge planning.

• Support early mobility, pain management, fall prevention, neurovascular monitoring, and complication prevention.

• Maintain clear, accurate documentation and communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

• Knowledge of nursing care methods, procedures, and standards of practice

• Excellent neurovascular assessment skills

• Ability to recognize subtle changes in patient condition

• Strong pain management knowledge

• Understanding of joint replacement and spine protocols

• Knowledge of fall prevention, DVT prevention, infection prevention, and skin breakdown prevention

• Ability to reinforce mobility and weight-bearing restrictions

• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a unit-based team

• Strong patient education and discharge planning skills

• Attention to detail and sound clinical judgment

• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Experience

• One or more years of acute care hospital experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Why Join AdventHealth?

• At AdventHealth, you will find more than a job—you will discover a career with purpose. As part of our faith-based, mission-driven organization, you will help create a healing environment where patients feel supported, families feel informed, and care teams work together to improve outcomes.

• Opportunity to care for orthopedic patients in a collaborative, team-based environment

• Clinical Ladder Program with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Mission-driven culture focused on whole-person care

• Meaningful work that directly supports patient recovery, mobility, and safety

• Supportive leadership and a commitment to excellence in patient care

Physical Requirements:(Please click the link below to view work requirements)

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Pay Range:

$32.50 - $60.45

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.