Surgical Circulating Registered Nurse, PRN Days

Kindred Healthcare•Watertown, WI

About The Position

The Surgical Circulating Registered Nurse provides direct, comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients in an acute-care hospital. Using the nursing process, the nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes. The role supports surgical interventions across all age groups and promotes patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the perioperative process.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required within the time frame specified in facility policy.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, required within the time frame specified in facility policy.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, required within the time frame specified in facility policy.
Demonstrated critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills.
Ability to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members.
Competency in electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologies.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines.
Physical ability to perform required duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods.
Willingness to comply with organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience.
Previous perioperative or surgical services experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver patient-centered nursing care based on established standards of care and the nursing process.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with policy.
Document all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately.
Monitor and evaluate patient condition, and communicate updates to the healthcare team, patient, and family.
Coordinate and collaborate with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.
Participate in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as needed.
Educate patients and families about surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care.
Advocate for patients' physical and emotional well-being throughout the surgical experience.
Attend required staff meetings and maintain required certifications and competencies.