Registered Nurse Operating Room

Overview The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process through technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice, and coordination of care with other health team members. This role offers hands-on OR experience within a surgical team and opportunities for collaboration and professional growth. Responsibilities Assess physical, social, and psychological status (including cognitive, communicative, and developmental aspects as appropriate). Plan and develop individualized plans of care using assessment information and critical thinking; involve patient, family, and team members in education and care planning. Implement care by directing the interdisciplinary team, delegating tasks as appropriate, and coordinating resources to meet the plan of care while maintaining compliance with guidelines and licensure requirements. Evaluate patient responses to interventions by reviewing goals and outcomes, and revise the plan of care as needed; reassess changes accordingly. Demonstrate professionalism by integrating legal and ethical standards, maintaining regulatory compliance, ensuring timely documentation, and understanding legal implications of care delivery. Engage with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration for safe, high-quality patient care. Minimum Qualifications Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice. Valid compact licenses must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of hire. BSN required within four years of hire if not already held; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution; degree will be verified. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers. One year or more of OR RN experience preferred; OR scrub experience considered. Preferred Qualifications One year or more of OR RN experience or OR Scrub Tech experience with RN qualifications. Physical Requirements Ongoing ability to see and read information, operate monitors, and identify equipment; frequent verbal communication with patients, families, and staff; manual dexterity for handling complex equipment; ability to lift and transfer patients and equipment; standing or mobility for extended periods; ability to drive if required by the role. Location and Schedule Location: Intermountain Health, Intermountain Medical Center, Murray, Utah. Schedule: 40 hours per week. Orientation Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM; after orientation, transition to a dedicated evening and weekend schedule. Weekday shifts typically 3:00 PM–11:00 PM; weekend shifts may include 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, 11:00 AM–7:00 PM, or 3:00 PM–11:00 PM. On-call responsibilities begin after orientation; call requirements vary by department and may evolve with staffing needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr