Orthopedic Nurse Coordinator-RN

About the role

Orthopedic Nurse Coordinator Full-Time Clarion. The Orthopedic Coordinator facilitates coordinated, efficient, and patient-centered care for total joint and spine orthopedic patients throughout the continuum of care. This position works closely with orthopedic surgeons, hospitalists, physical therapists, nursing staff, patients, families, and administrative teams to ensure a seamless surgical experience and excellent patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care from pre-operative education and surgical scheduling through post-operative follow-up.
• Serve as the primary communication link between patients, families, physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and administrative teams.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, clinical meetings, and committees.
• Conduct patient follow‑up call after discharge.
• Respond to patient questions and concerns, provide guidance, and document communications in the EMR.
• Ensure patients are appropriately prepared for surgery and assist with pre‑operative education classes.
• Serve as a resource for orthopedic patient care and assist with problem‑solving.

Qualifications

• Current RN License is required.
• Clinical experience, preferably in orthopedics, surgery, or care coordination.
• Strong communication, organization, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Total joint/spine experience and knowledge of orthopedic accreditation or quality initiatives preferred.

Benefits

Provided benefits (employer‑paid):

• IPERS
• Short‑Term Disability (Employer Paid Coverage) – New York Life
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employer Paid Coverage) – New York Life
• Employee Assistance Program – Connections (access to professional services for financial, drug/alcohol, grief, etc.)

Optional benefits (employee‑paid):

• Health Insurance (Wellmark BCBS)
• Dental Insurance (Delta Dental)
• Vision Insurance (Delta Vision)
• Supplemental Life Insurance (New York Life)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Aflac)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (TASC)
• Health Savings Account (through local banks)
• 457 Retirement Savings Plan (First Citizens Trust Company)
• Fitness Center Memberships