RN - Orthopedics

Overview

Presbyterian is seeking a dedicated Outpatient Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN) to join our clinic team. In this role, the RN provides specialized nursing care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions, including pre- and post-operative support for orthopedic procedures. Responsibilities include patient assessment, wound care, cast and splint application/removal, administering injections, coordinating imaging and referrals, and educating patients on treatment plans and recovery protocols. The RN collaborates closely with orthopedic providers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Type of Opportunity: Full Time (1.0 FTE/40 hours per week) Work Schedule: 8hr days

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Interested in learning more, schedule a time to chat with a recruiter or text

This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.)

Responsibilities

• assesses patient populations based on symptoms and medical history to identify care needs

• develops individualized care plans focused on prevention, using evidence-based practice guidelines

• collaborates with patients to update problem lists, medication records, and coordinate visit plans

• monitors patient follow-up issues such as missed appointments and non-compliance

• advocates for patients and serves as a communication link between inpatient and outpatient care managers

• documents care and interventions within scope of nursing practice

• mentors and supports colleagues by sharing knowledge and guiding professional development

• coordinates and delivers patient education using standard guidelines, validating understanding through verbal and written instruction

• evaluates nursing care delivery and seeks opportunities for process improvement with thorough and accurate work

• communicates with providers and community health professionals to ensure continuity of care

• supports Care Team Associates as an active member of the Primary Care Team

• performs telephone triage to assess symptoms, provide guidance, and determine appropriate care or referrals

• administers medications and vaccinations per protocol and documents accurately

• assists with procedures and treatments in clinic settings such as wound care, catheter management, and specimen collection

• reviews and processes medication refills and prior authorizations in collaboration with providers

• monitors and manages chronic conditions through routine follow-up, patient education, and care coordination

• ensures compliance with infection control standards and clinic safety protocols

• participates in quality improvement initiatives and data collection for performance metrics

• performs other duties as assigned to support clinic operations and patient care

Qualifications

• ADN/BSN/MSN
• NM State or Multistate License
• BLS Requires at Time of Hire

Benefits

We're all about well-being, starting with yours.Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.-Learn more about our employee benefits.

About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Maximum Offer for this position is up toUSD $51.00/Hr.
Compensation DisclaimerThe compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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