RN -TOSH OR

Clinical Staff - NursingThe Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital (TOSH), UAMS Health's surgical hospital is looking for passionate operating RN who are ready to join a team that's redefining quality care. As individuals dedicated to ensuring the safety and quick recovery of our patients, nurses are integral members of a team dedicated to providing the best care for patients through collaboration, communication and patient safety. As part of the TOSH teams, operating room nurses define their practice through attention to nursing excellence and outstanding patient care, driven by their expertise, compassion and dedication to evidence-based practice, and operate at a higher level of practice. If you are an RN who has current Operating Room experience, we invite you to consider a career with The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS Health.The operating room registered nurse (OR RN) provides direct patient care throughout the perioperative process, including the preoperative, intraoperative, and immediate postoperative phases. This role requires the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for surgical patients while maintaining a safe and sterile environment. OR RN collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and other perioperative team members to coordinate care before, during, and after surgical procedures. Key responsibilities include conducting patient assessments and verifications, confirming the surgical site, preparing the operating room, maintaining sterile technique, and continuously monitoring the patient's condition throughout surgery. Acting as a patient advocate, the OR RN ensures that safety standards are upheld and responds promptly to any changes in patient status. The role also involves effective communication with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to provide education on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and postoperative care instructions. Additional duties include documenting intraoperative care, managing surgical instruments and equipment, adhering to infection prevention protocols, facilitating smooth transitions to recovery staff, and participating in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. The OR RN works collaboratively with patients, families, surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative staff to deliver comprehensive, individualized surgical care.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in NursingValid RN LicenseMinimum of 1 year Registered Nursing experienceBLS (Or obtain within 30 days of hire)Ability to follow oral instruction, read and writeBasic computer skillsExcellent communication skillsStrong work ethics and accountabilityPreferred Qualifications:Current BLSACLS certification1-year Operating Room experience (preferred in Orthopaedics)Scrubbing experienceOrthopedic experience a plusAdditional Information Or RequirementsEPICQualifications Equivalencies:Additional Information:Responsibilities:The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care for patients within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards.The RN is responsible to adhere to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members.Collects and documents assessment data.Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard.Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach.Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes.Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families.Acts as a resource/supports others.Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training.Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.May perform other duties as assigned.Salary Information:Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply:License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeOptional Documents:Proof of Veteran StatusSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Recruitment Contact Information:Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site do not send to listed recruitment contact.Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse TestingThis position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.Constant Physical Activity:Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, ReachingOccasional Physical Activity:Balancing, Crouching, KneelingBenefits Eligible:Yes