Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

LifePoint Health • Fort Mohave, AZ

85d

About The Position

The Surgery Registered Nurse promotes and restores patients' health by completing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for patients requiring an invasive procedure based upon age specific and cultural needs. RN monitors patient vital signs and condition during the intraoperative phase. Communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, surgeon, anesthesia, and family. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to adult resuscitation and advanced life support protocols. Monitors the sterile field and surgical environment to prevent infection. Follows Universal Protocol and participates in time out as part of patient safety initiatives.

Requirements

• Must have an Associate's Degree in nursing.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must have an active RN License from Arizona or a compact license.
• Must have BLS and ACLS certifications.
• PALS certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Must have EKG exam at time of hire.
• Must have NIH Stroke Scale or obtain within 90 days of hire.
• CNOR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote and restore patients' health through nursing processes.
• Monitor patient vital signs and condition during the intraoperative phase.
• Communicate patient condition to care team, surgeon, anesthesia, and family.
• Initiate emergency resuscitative measures according to protocols.
• Monitor the sterile field and surgical environment to prevent infection.
• Follow Universal Protocol and participate in time out for patient safety.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) benefits for full-time employees.
• 401K benefits.
• Competitive Paid Time Off.
• Employee Assistance Program for mental, physical, and financial wellness.
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants.
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree