Charge Nurse (RN) Surgery

Lifepoint Health • Gallatin, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN Board Runner coordinates the daily assignments and staffing functions of the OR suites. This position facilitates staff, patient, surgeon, anesthesia and case movement to provide optimum service for patients. The board runner also handles interdepartmental communication with all those involved in the care delivered to the patient. They carry a phone to answer any questions regarding the OR and patients coming to the OR. They coordinate the scheduling of doctor offices for add on cases. Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice in Surgery, as necessary.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Nursing or RN Diploma - Required
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire.
• State of Tennessee or Multi-State Registered Nurse licensure – Required

Nice To Haves

• ACLS & PALS certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required within 12 months of employment, if not current upon hire
• 1 year experience in Medical/Surgical or Surgery Nursing - Preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the daily assignments and staffing functions of the OR suites.
• Facilitates staff, patient, surgeon, anesthesia and case movement to provide optimum service for patients.
• Handles interdepartmental communication with all those involved in the care delivered to the patient.
• Carries a phone to answer any questions regarding the OR and patients coming to the OR.
• Coordinates the scheduling of doctor offices for add on cases.
• Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice in Surgery, as necessary.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full time and part time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree