RN - Surgery

Curry Health Network • Gold Beach, OR

3d • $48 - $72 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the Perioperative care setting. Assesses patients, using nursing judgement and appropriate screening protocols to determine unmet healthcare needs. Applies nursing diagnoses to define unmet needs. Organizes interventions to address identified needs, including facilitating referrals, obtaining medical orders, or providing education and case management support for the patient. Effectively communicates identified needs and care plan with the multidisciplinary care team including surgeons, anesthetists, pharmacists, social workers, case management, and more. Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and adjusts the care plan accordingly.

Requirements

• Current Unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse Licensure is required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS (or ENPC), and TNCC (Emergency Nurse Association) or ATCN are required; NRP Advanced (American Heart Association) and STABLE certifications are preferred. (May obtain PALS or ENPC and TNCC or ATCN within 6 months of hire).
• Minimum of 1 year experience in perioperative setting required.
• Demonstrated competency in OR circulation is required.
• Computer skills are required, specifically using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); prior use of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documenting in patient records is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, clinical judgment, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• A demonstrated ability to work well in high pressure situations is required.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.

Nice To Haves

• BSN Preferred.
• prior use of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documenting in patient records is preferred.
• NRP Advanced (American Heart Association) and STABLE certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessment considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Uses appropriate screening tools effectively.
• Demonstrates understanding of pathophysiology, disease processes, and treatment standards. Applies nursing diagnoses to identified needs.
• Formulates a care plan based upon identified needs and facilitates interventions and referrals as appropriate.
• Performs interventions in a competent manner, applying evidence-based standards of care and protocols to guide actions. Knowledgeable regarding medications, indications, interactions, and contraindications, considering age of the patient and their clinical condition. Evaluates effectiveness of all interventions.
• Ability to care for patients across the perioperative continuum, including pre-anesthesia screening, pre-operative preparation, intra-operative circulation, post-operative monitoring, and discharge.
• Formulates individualized teaching plans, evaluating effectiveness of learning. Patient and family interactions are professional.
• Familiar with Policies, Procedures, and Protocols. Care and Documentation meets current standards of practice and complies with all such guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Network's Mission, Vision, and Shared Values.

Benefits

• Additional Compensation Differential Opportunities: NOC Shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM): +$3.50/hour for Licensed Positions, +$3.00/hour for Non-Licensed Positions.
• Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday–11:59 PM Sunday): +$3.00/hour for Licensed Positions, +$2.00/hour for Non-Licensed Positions.
• Clinical Nursing Ladder Program
• applicable shift, weekend, certification, or other differentials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level