RN PRN Surgery - New Increased Rates

Community Health Systems•Lufkin, TX

About The Position

Woodland Heights Medical Center is hiring a PRN Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and delivers high-quality care in accordance with established clinical protocols, organizational policies, and physician or provider orders, collaborating with the healthcare team to support effective care and desired outcomes. Depending on assignment, the nurse may provide operating-room services or post-anesthesia care. OR duties include caring for patients before, during, and after surgery, assisting the surgical team with instruments and supplies, and maintaining a sterile environment. PACU duties include assessing patients as they recover from anesthesia, managing pain and medications, monitoring for complications, supporting airway and fluid needs, caring for surgical wounds, and educating patients and families about post-surgery care and discharge instructions. The position also involves patient and family education, accurate documentation, infection prevention, patient advocacy, emergency response, and participation in audits and performance improvement. The RN is expected to maintain clinical competency, comply with policies and standards, and maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Conduct patient assessments, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document medication administration.
Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients' rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection control protocols and promote patient safety, including adherence to National Patient Safety Goals and maintenance of a clean, safe environment.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance improvement initiatives.
Use responsible judgment when planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
For OR Services assignments, provide preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care; scrub in to assist with instruments and supplies; and maintain a sterile environment.
For PACU assignments, assess consciousness and responsiveness during recovery from anesthesia; evaluate and treat pain as prescribed; monitor anesthesia effects and postoperative complications; administer medications; regulate IV fluids and monitor fluid balance; check and change surgical dressings; support airways and provide oxygen as needed; and educate patients and families about postoperative care and discharge.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.