Registered Nurse

Description

Do you enjoy helping patients understand what to expect before surgery and how to care for themselves afterward? Are you comfortable listening closely, assessing concerns over the phone, and working with physicians to decide what comes next? Join our orthopaedic nursing team at OAM + i’move.

WHAT SETS OAM + i’move APART

Our nurses are the primary point of contact between patients and their physicians. You’ll work with the same care team across clinic visits, surgical preparation, and recovery, giving patients a familiar person to turn to when they have questions.

OAM + i’move is committed to our employees' well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Joining our team means working alongside fellowship-trained orthopaedic physicians who are leaders in their field. Everyone at OAM + i’move is committed to achieving service excellence through our standards of behavior; teamwork, courtesy, customer service, communication with mindfulness of etiquette, appearance/ environment, professionalism, confidentiality, and safety. We seek to reflect the diverse community we serve and be a welcoming, inclusive space for all.

We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and many paid holidays. Eligible employees have access to four Priority Health medical plans with HSA and FSA options, Delta dental and vision coverage, and company-paid short-term disability and life insurance. After one year, qualifying employees can join our 401(k) plan, which includes a 3% safe harbor contribution and a discretionary profit-sharing contribution.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The RN position is a full-time role, with a Monday–Friday schedule. This role reports to the Operations Manager and Director of Operations. You’ll provide nursing care in the clinic and by phone, working with physicians to assess patient needs, support treatment plans, and help patients and caregivers manage orthopaedic conditions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to patient calls and messages the same day. Triage concerns such as postoperative complications and medication reactions under physician direction, and document each encounter.
• Educate patients and caregivers about surgical procedures, preoperative and postoperative instructions, medications, injuries, exercises, and injections.
• Gather health histories for surgery, review lab results, follow up on abnormal findings, and track medical clearances. Coordinate with primary care offices about abnormal labs and medications to hold before surgery.
• Complete surgical orders for preoperative labs, specialty testing and clearances, and any equipment needed.
• Provide wound care, including dressing changes and suture or staple removal. Assist physicians with exams, minor office procedures, and electronic medical record documentation.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered, follow sterile technique and workplace safety standards, and provide CPR when needed.
• Maintain accurate records and protect patient confidentiality. Guide medical assistants as needed.

Requirements

• Skills & Competencies: Strong listening, phone, and interpersonal skills; empathy for patients; computer proficiency and knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to communicate clearly, prioritize multiple demands, solve problems under pressure, and work independently and as part of a team.
• Education & Experience: High school education and a nursing degree from an accredited nursing program. Current nursing license and CPR certification required. Three to five years of office experience; orthopaedic experience preferred. Must maintain continuing education as required by the board of nursing.