RN - Operating Room

Kettering Health • Dayton, OH

11d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Operating Room uses the nursing process to provide patient care in collaboration with other healthcare providers. The RN is accountable for their own professional development and for practicing within the scope of care defined by law. Using organizational resources, the RN advocates for patients and helps deliver safe care through appropriate delegation and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. Nursing care reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies of Kettering Health and its nursing departments. The position is based at Kettering Health Dayton in Dayton, Ohio, and is full-time on the first shift. On-call coverage is required, with a 30-minute response time.

Requirements

• Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse.
• For new graduate nurses, graduate from an accredited school of nursing (NLN, ACEN, or CCNE).
• BLS certification.
• ACLS, NRP, or PALS certification as determined by unit scope of practice.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment and changing patient needs.
• Ability to perform effectively in stressful and emergency situations.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and initiate appropriate action.
• A positive, therapeutic approach toward healthcare, team members, and diverse patient populations.
• Customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and function in a high-stress environment.
• Certification in CPR.
• On-call availability with a 30-minute response time.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred; must be completed within five years of hire.
• A nurse returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course.
• Prefer a minimum of two years of recent experience as an OR Circulator.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process to provide care to patients in collaboration with other healthcare providers.
• Maintain professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law.
• Advocate for patients and support safe care, including appropriate delegation.
• Participate in performance and practice improvement activities.
• Deliver nursing care consistent with Kettering Health’s missions, vision, values, and philosophies.

What This Job Offers

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