RN - SURGERY

Description

The Registered nurse demonstrates skilled peri-operative abilities and practices within the framework of the nursing process. The nurse coordinates and provides direct patient care in a structured environment while adhering to and supporting hospital philosophy goals and standards of care.

• Communicates with patient, staff and physicians in the pre and post op environment to evaluate patient needs and develop a plan of care for upcoming surgeries and procedures.
• Provides work direction to staff (surgical techs, support staff) to ensure coordinated patient care during surgery, procedures, PACU, Outreach.
• Stays current in documentation requirements in the electronic medical record (EMR) and follows all state/federal mandates concerning privacy and HIPPA.
• Adheres to WAH hospital patient safety standards at all times.

Complies with all WAH policies and procedures. Upholds WAH values including integrity, stewardship, courage, teamwork and excellence. Keeps customer service a priority in all work environments. Fosters the development of colleagues and students.

Requirements

Graduate from an approved RN program is acceptable;
Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. Graduation from a NLN accredited nursing program is strongly preferred. A minimum of 2 years experience working in the intraoperative setting, preferably ortho, gyn, general, opthamology, as a circulating nurse is required.

Current RN licensure in the state of Minnesota. BLS, ACLS, NRP and PALS required within 6 months of hire.

• Knowledge of appropriate age-related patient care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• Ability to have positive, professional interpersonal relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Highly developed communication skills to interact with patients, family and other health care team members.
• Skills in critical thinking to promote and provide quality health care for patients.
• Preferred knowledge of EPIC.

0.8 FTE 8-hour shifts will vary and scheduled between the contracted hours Monday - Friday. After hours, rotating call coverage to ensure 24 hour coverage of the department. Requires flexibility to cover surgery, procedures, outreach, clinic, and occasional trauma in the ER.