Surgery RN

Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville • Madisonville, KY

11h

About The Position

The Surgery RN serves as a circulating nurse. The role includes reviewing patients’ medical histories, allergies, and medications; explaining the surgical process and answering questions to help reduce anxiety; and preparing patients physically and emotionally for surgery, including placing IV lines and administering pre-operative medications. The nurse ensures the operating room is ready and equipment is functional. Working outside the sterile field, the RN manages the operating room, documents care in the EMR, and advocates for the patient.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Hold current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Kentucky Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• One year of RN experience in an acute care setting or experience as a circulating RN is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• ACLS certification, preferred within 3 months and required no later than 6 months.
• Certification in area of expertise.
• One year of RN experience in an acute care setting or experience as a circulating RN.

Responsibilities

• Review patients’ medical histories, allergies, and medications.
• Explain the surgical process and answer questions to reduce patient anxiety.
• Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery, including IV lines and pre-operative medications.
• Ensure the operating room is ready and all equipment is functional.
• Circulate outside the sterile field and manage the operating room.
• Document care in the EMR.
• Act as a patient advocate.

What This Job Offers

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