ARN - Surgical Services Registered Nurse

The Surgical Services Registered Nurse plays a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care within a hospital's surgical department. This position involves providing compassionate, skilled care to patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the process. The nurse collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals, to create and implement personalized care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate patient status promptly to interdisciplinary team members.
• Accurately transcribe and relay physician orders.
• Anticipate surgical team needs to facilitate efficient procedures and minimize patient trauma.
• Participate in maintaining surgical schedules and timely starts.
• Understand anesthetic agents and assist with anesthesia as needed.
• Prepare and manage surgical equipment and supplies.
• Assist with record keeping, procedure charging, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform pre-operative assessments and complete surgical checklists.
• Ensure adherence to sterile techniques and AORN guidelines.
• Provide safe post-operative care and carry out immediate physician orders.
• Administer and document medications and IV therapy safely.
• Assess and document patients' physical, psychological, spiritual, and social needs upon admission.
• Educate patients and families about disease processes and treatment plans at an understandable level.
• Implement and modify individualized interdisciplinary care plans.
• Engage in ongoing learning about new surgical procedures and operating room practices.
• Utilize resources effectively and consult with physicians and interdisciplinary services as needed.
• Mentor and orient new staff members.
• Maintain accurate documentation of nursing interventions and patient responses.

Education and Certification Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with current Registered Nurse licensure valid in the applicable state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification per American Heart Association standards.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required within one year of hire.
• Completion of Mandatory Reporter training within six months of employment.
• Compliance with all federal, state, and professional licensure and regulatory training requirements.

This role is based in a regional healthcare facility serving the Midwest area, offering a supportive environment for professional growth and patient-centered care.