Registered Nurse | Surgery / OR Circulator Nurse

Hillsdale Hospital • Hillsdale Township, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing comprehensive care to surgical patients, encompassing pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases. The Registered Nurse will work closely with physicians, assess patient conditions, assist with procedures, and ensure all necessary documentation and preparations are completed. The position is full-time with potential for varied shifts and on-call duties based on surgical volume.

Requirements

• Valid Michigan RN license
• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing - minimum of an associate's degree
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification (available through Hillsdale Hospital)

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in surgery is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and psychosocial preparation for surgery including answering patient questions related to their surgical experience pre-operatively, intra-operatively and post-operatively.
• Work closely with physicians in assessing and treating pre and post procedure patients. May need to assist physicians with procedures and/or family contacts.
• Assess all O.R. patients the morning of their surgery to assess pre-operative status and verify completeness of PAT process and chart, effectively integrating, informing and involving other departments in patients’ pre-operative needs. Start pre-procedure IV’s.
• Provide post op patient care. Be aware of the post-operative condition and communicate with the surgeon when necessary.
• Assist physician and anesthesia with the care of endoscopy patients. Monitor and assist team members during the procedure.
• Obtain and coordinate with other departments the ordered screening tests pre-operatively: EKG-Cardiopulmonary, x-rays, lab specimens.
• Maintain appropriate documentation required in the department. Monitor and assure accurate recording of events on the patient record.

Benefits

• Insurance: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability
• Paid Time Off: illness, vacation, holidays
• Retirement: 403(b) with match
• Education assistance and continuing education - many courses offered on-site at the hospital

What This Job Offers

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