Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Oncology in Concord, OH

The Registered Nurse manages patient care in orthopedic and oncology units, using the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment. This role ensures patients and their families receive coordinated support from surgical recoveries to pain management. The nurse provides age-appropriate education and intervenes in medical emergencies to improve health outcomes.Community Health Systems owns and operates community hospitals and outpatient services across the United States. The organization delivers comprehensive healthcare to local communities through emergency rooms, surgeries, and chronic care programs. Their facilities serve urban and rural populations with a focus on accessible medical services.The Registered Nurse conducts thorough patient assessments in the hospital wards, documenting vitals and changes in conditions using electronic health records. They administer medications like IV fluids and treatments such as wound dressings, and operate equipment including IV pumps and ventilators. Nurses collaborate with physicians and support staff during overnight shifts, participating in code team activities and charting patient progress. A key challenge involves monitoring critically ill patients through the night, from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, which requires adaptability to sudden emergencies.This position requires night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM at community hospital facilities. Basic Life Support certification is mandatory, while Advanced Cardiac Life Support is preferable. Nurses can pursue additional certifications like Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Neonatal Resuscitation. The role offers opportunities for professional development through compliance training and performance improvement programs in infection control and safety audits.