Surgery Registered Nurse

Baptist Health • Jacksonville, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgery Registered Nurse provides general supervision and coordination of nursing personnel activities during shifts, weekends, and holidays to support quality and continuity of patient care. The RN uses the nursing process to assess patients, plan care, and perform care interventions, and collaborates with physicians and other healthcare clinicians in planning and implementing patient care. Additional duties may be assigned within the scope of the role.

The position is based at Baptist Medical Center South. Work involves sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility for 80%. The RN works indoors, with protection from weather but not necessarily temperature changes, and experiences minimal noise and substantial computer work. Job-related exposure may include infectious disease, hazardous chemicals, occasional radiation, and occasional electrical-shock risk.

Requirements

• Degree in Nursing required.
• Active RN licensure required.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record work, safety, and infection-control standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Nice To Haves

• BSN degree preferred.
• Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, or TNCC may be required depending on the assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing personnel activities on shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Use the nursing process to assess patients, plan care, and perform care interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare clinicians in planning and implementing patient care.
• Perform additional duties within the scope of the role.

What This Job Offers

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