Experienced Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room, Full Time, Day Shift, Job ID #1758274

Palmetto General Hospital • Hialeah, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Delivers professional and technical nursing care to pediatric (>2 years), adolescent, adult and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures in collaboration with care directed by the medical staff. Nursing care delivered complies with the objectives and policies of the hospital. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation when delivering surgical nursing care. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards. Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the patient. Prepares equipment and assists physician during surgical procedures. Takes emergency call as assigned by the department head. Works assigned shifts but may be asked to work beyond the regular tour of duty as assigned by the department head or nursing supervisor.

Requirements

• Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card
• Excellent physical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Positive affect, demonstrated leadership and time management skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language
• Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to assess/detect changes in human physiological conditions
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast paced and stressful environment
• Current Florida RN License
• Must clear background and drug test required.

Nice To Haves

• One-year Perioperative experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Delivers professional and technical nursing care to pediatric (>2 years), adolescent, adult and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation when delivering surgical nursing care.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards.
• Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the patient.
• Prepares equipment and assists physician during surgical procedures.
• Takes emergency call as assigned by the department head.
• Works assigned shifts but may be asked to work beyond the regular tour of duty as assigned by the department head or nursing supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees