RN - OR / Surgery Circulator - Full time

Ochsner Health • Meridian, MS

20h

About The Position

This role leads the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code for Nurses, and the Scope & Standards of Practice. The nurse effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; takes accountability for quality patient outcomes; demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; and contributes to unit and department strategic goals. The position also requires professional responsibility and accountability for the nurse’s own practice and support of the company’s nursing philosophy.

The role delivers patient care, assesses learning needs, and implements teaching strategies for patients, families, and other groups or disciplines. It communicates and manages nursing team resources, collaborates as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team, and uses data and knowledge to evaluate and promote changes that support optimal outcomes. The nurse adapts interactions to the needs and preferences of the patient population, follows applicable laws and regulatory standards, and complies with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. Other related duties may be assigned.

The position works in a patient-care environment and involves direct patient contact and routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. It is classified as heavy work, with lifting or exerting 50–100 pounds occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, and 10–20 pounds constantly. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good time-management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be self-directed.
• Good interpersonal, leadership, and delegation skills, with sound judgment and ability to supervise or manage others.
• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process effectively in the delivery of patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies suited to patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team human and fiscal resources; serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Support customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Report known or suspected unethical conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree