Registered Nurse (RN) | Full Time | Days - CV Operating Room

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse educated in the art and science of nursing, with the goal of helping patients attain, maintain, and restore health when possible. The RN provides patient care using the Nursing Process and follows the Mississippi Nurse Practice Act, ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, accreditation standards, CDC infection-control guidelines, and Singing River Health System (SRHS) nursing policies and standards. Competency is determined by demonstrated knowledge, attitudes, and skills. New RN graduates and RNs in their first year of practice must participate in the Singing River Nurse Residency Program.

This is a full-time, day-shift position in the CV Operating Room at Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital. The schedule is 6:30 AM–3:00 PM with rotating call. The RN reports to the Patient Care Manager and supervises LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and Unit Technicians. Work requires clinical judgment and care for patients of all ages, collaboration, communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. The role includes exposure to body fluids, sputum, and tissues that may carry infectious-disease hazards, and requires physical activity, frequent movement, and use of standard office technology.

The description is not necessarily exhaustive; management may revise the role or assign other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate from an NLN School of Nursing.
• Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Mississippi.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Complete appropriate de-escalation training by the end of position orientation (90 days).
• Demonstrate clinical judgment and appropriate professional skills for patients of all ages.
• Demonstrate keen assessment and decision-making abilities, strong written and verbal communication, emotional stability, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Have attention to detail and the ability to multitask in complex situations.
• Possess proficient computer skills, including keyboard proficiency, and be able to use office technology, MS Outlook, and Word.
• Be able to work assigned schedules, with possible changes to days off, shifts, or weekends based on hospital needs.
• Be able to remain active for extended periods and meet the physical, sensory, and movement demands described for the role.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of one year of inpatient clinical experience is preferred; experience must be within the past five years, or the applicant must provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher program.
• For RNs working in the Cardiovascular Surgery specialty area, ACLS certification is required. RNs have 12 months from starting in the specialty area to acquire the appropriate certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and applicable nursing laws, professional standards, ethics, accreditation standards, infection-control guidelines, and SRHS nursing policies.
• Assist patients in attaining, maintaining, and restoring health when possible.
• Apply appropriate clinical judgment and professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
• Supervise LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and Unit Technicians.
• Maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships throughout SRHS and with other organizations.
• Complete and maintain required BCLS and applicable specialty certifications, as well as required de-escalation training.

What This Job Offers

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