RN - OP/PACU

Avita Health System•Galion, OH

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Avita Health System is proud to serve the communities of Crawford and Richland counties through three hospitals and numerous clinic locations. Over the past few years, we’ve tripled in size, now employing over 2,300 team members and more than 200 physicians and advanced practitioners. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the people who depend on us. We’re currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Surgery Department at our Galion location. Position Overview Provides direct patient care to pediatric through geriatric patient populations. Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesia staff continuously and as needed about patient condition. Responsible for assessing and maintaining adequate ventilation, hemostasis, and circulation; assessing level of consciousness, providing pain management, and ensuring the safety of the patient until transfer to another unit. Participates in performance improvement activities.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Ohio.
Current BLS certification.
ACLS certification or obtained within 3 months of hire.
Current PALS certification or obtained within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year work experience in the operating room.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care to pediatric through geriatric patient populations.
Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment.
Communicates with surgeon and anesthesia staff continuously and as needed about patient condition.
Responsible for assessing and maintaining adequate ventilation, hemostasis, and circulation
Assessing level of consciousness
Providing pain management
Ensuring the safety of the patient until transfer to another unit.
Participates in performance improvement activities.