Operating Room Care Coord RN (PRN UH1)

University Health

7d • Onsite

About The Position

University Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its surgical services team at University Health 1 in Kansas City, Missouri. The nurse provides care for surgical patients with acute, chronic, and terminal conditions, assessing their needs, planning care, and delivering nursing interventions in the operating room. The role also includes mentoring and training new nurses, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve surgical services, contributing to research and educational initiatives and program evaluations, and supervising nursing students in the OR.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Hold a current Missouri Registered Nurse license or be eligible for Missouri RN licensure.
• Hold a current BCLS card.
• If performing radiologic functions, have radiology certification or training through the nursing program, or complete training validated through a radiology competency checklist.
• Have strong knowledge of nursing processes and the ability to address acute, chronic, and terminal patient needs.
• Have strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and mentoring.
• Be able to work in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• RN specialty certification.
• Passion for patient care and surgical services.
• Enjoyment of mentoring and sharing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored nursing care to surgical patients with acute, chronic, and terminal conditions.
• Assess surgical patients, plan their care, and deliver nursing interventions in the operating room.
• Mentor new nurses, support their orientation, and guide them through skills training and testing.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide patient care and improve surgical services programs.
• Contribute to research, educational initiatives, and program evaluations.
• Supervise nursing students as they learn in the operating room.
• Perform within the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and adhere to organizational and regulatory guidelines.

Benefits

• Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn and grow.
• Opportunities to mentor and help shape the next generation of nurses.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge medical technology and surgical procedures.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed