Registered Nurse

Overview

The Orthopaedic Center is looking for a highly motivated Registered Nurse (RN) for one of our physicians. The RN must hold a current license in the state of Alabama. This opening is a full-time position averaging 40 hours per week. The RN will perform general nursing duties as well as some non-clinical secretarial duties. These duties include, but are not limited to, performing suture/staple removal and wound care/dressing changes. Drawing and calling in medications. Application of sterile fields. Applying and removing casts and splints and fitting for orthotics. Locate any necessary films, test results, and/or reports for upcoming appointments. Prepare charts for clinic and print out patient information as requested by the physician, as well as prepare exam rooms, restock supplies for clinic, power up computers etc. Schedule follow-up appointments, tests/procedures and surgeries, and pre-cert as needed. Verify pre-op labs and scheduling surgery clearances as needed. Prepare surgery packets. Assist other physician team members as needed. Fill out disability, return-to-work and insurance forms, and obtain physician signature on miscellaneous forms. Check-out patients, collect co-pays and/or deductibles. Friendly and professional patient communication: Answering and returning patient phone calls, procedure education, escorting patients to and from exam rooms, respond to and chart patient messages, communicate test results to patients. The RN must be able to communicate effectively with patients, TOC physicians and staff.

Qualifications

Education required: HS/GED. 

License: Must have a current nursing License in the state of Alabama or multi-state license.

Experience: Minimum one-year full-time clinical experience in direct patient care setting

Additional Skills:

• Strong patient care and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines
• Outstanding organizational, time management and writing skills
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely
• Independent, self-starting and highly motivated
• Initiative and self-discipline
• Proven positive, “teamwork” attitude and work history

About Us

At The Orthopaedic Center, we are proud to be the region’s leading orthopaedic group, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. As our team continues to grow, we are seeking motivated professionals who are passionate about excellence, collaboration, and making a difference in the lives of our patients. Join our dynamic and expanding organization and become part of a team committed to outstanding orthopaedic care.