Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our orthopedic outpatient team. This role involves close collaboration with physicians, advanced practice clinicians, and athletic trainers to ensure efficient referral pathways and deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and perform clinical assessments of acute orthopedic injuries and chronic musculoskeletal conditions in an outpatient setting.
• Execute provider-ordered treatments and evaluations, and monitor and document vital signs and patient mobility.
• Administer injections per established protocols and conduct focused patient assessments and triage processes.
• Perform dressing changes and assist providers during in-office procedures and minor surgical interventions while maintaining sterile technique and ensuring patient safety.
• Deliver pre- and post-procedure instructions to patients and families, reinforce treatment plans, and address patient inquiries to enhance adherence and recovery.
• Coordinate care by managing referrals, tracking diagnostic and therapeutic test results, assisting in scheduling follow-up appointments, and facilitating insurance pre-certifications to minimize treatment delays.

Qualifications

• Current Nebraska RN license and CPR certification.
• A minimum of two years of experience in a specialty outpatient clinic setting is required.
• Previous orthopedic or musculoskeletal specialty nursing experience is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering patient-centered quality care.

This position requires excellent clinical judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to triage and prioritize a dynamic outpatient caseload in collaboration with various disciplines. Candidates should be prepared to float within the department, working with multiple providers.