Registered Nurse - Surgery Prep & Recovery

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization. The role works under general supervision and applies advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization. The nurse must use critical thinking and decisive judgment and be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

The position is per diem/PRN in the Surgery Preparation & Recovery department at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Weekend work is required as needed, and work hours are as needed.

Requirements

• No work experience is required.
• Associate’s degree or higher, or a Diploma in Nursing, required upon hire.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing required within five years of employment in this position.
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse and eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky upon hire.
• Must be certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider within 45 days of employment.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Performs functions related to problem definition, data collection, interpretation, and analysis.
• Implements and monitors patient care plans.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates patient discharge planning needs with the patient, family, and healthcare team members.
• Assesses patient and family learning needs and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
• Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
• Supports Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; adheres to organizational policies and procedures; and performs tasks in a manner consistent with compliance, safety, and a high-reliability organization.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree