Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Operating Room provides direct care to pediatric through geriatric patients, addressing psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment. The nurse communicates continuously and as needed with the surgeon and anesthesiologist about patient conditions; assists with maintenance of surgical equipment and inventory; and participates in performance improvement activities. The nurse assesses operating-room equipment functioning and readiness, obtains supplies for individual cases, ensures the surgical team’s needs are met, and monitors, positions, and assists patients during procedures. The role requires an associate degree in nursing, graduation from a nursing program, eligibility for the board exam, Registered Nurse licensure, and ACLS and BLS certifications. Required certifications must be completed within three months of employment. The position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. Nacogdoches Medical Center describes its work environment as a dedicated team focused on patient care and a strong team environment. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, with eligibility varying by location and employment status.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing.
- Graduate of a nursing program and eligible for the board exam.
- Registered Nurse licensure.
- ACLS certification, to be completed within three months of employment.
- BLS certification, to be completed within three months of employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to pediatric through geriatric patients in the operating-room environment.
- Address patients’ psychosocial, physical, and general care needs related to surgery.
- Communicate with the surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously and as needed about patient conditions.
- Assist with maintenance of surgical equipment and inventory.
- Participate in performance improvement activities.
- Assess operating-room equipment functioning and readiness.
- Obtain supplies for individual cases and ensure the surgical operating team’s needs are met.
- Monitor, position, and assist patients during procedures.
Benefits
- May qualify for a sign-on bonus.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Paid time off.
- Career development and continuing education opportunities.
- Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discount program.
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
