Registered Nurse, Surgery/OR
About The Position
The Registered Nurse - Surgery (RN-Surgery) provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients in an acute care hospital. Using the nursing process, the nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes. The role supports surgical interventions across all age groups and promotes patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the perioperative process. Bolivar Medical Center is a 164-bed, Joint Commission-accredited hospital in Cleveland, Mississippi, and part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. It provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services, as well as a long-term care unit.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required within the timeframe specified in facility policy.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, required within the timeframe specified in facility policy.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, required within the timeframe specified in facility policy.
- Demonstrated critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members.
- Competency in electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologies.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines.
- Physical ability to perform required duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods.
- Willingness to comply with organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience.
- Previous perioperative or surgical services experience.
Responsibilities
- Delivers patient-centered nursing care based on established standards of care and the nursing process.
- Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and in accordance with policy.
- Documents all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately.
- Monitors and evaluates patient condition and communicates updates to the healthcare team, patient, and family.
- Coordinates and collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.
- Participates in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as needed.
- Educates patients and families about surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care.
- Advocates for patients’ physical and emotional well-being throughout the surgical experience.
- Attends required staff meetings and maintains required certifications and competencies.
- Complies with organizational and departmental policies and procedures and maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
