Registered Nurse / RN OR

Surgery (OR) Registered Nurse (RN)

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Surgery (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) at Tallgrass Surgical Center in Topeka Kansas.

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

• The Circulating Nurse is responsible for coordinating and managing the multidisciplinary activities required to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing surgical intervention.
• Assess patient's physical and psychological needs.
• Evaluate and implement appropriate measures to assure a safe recovery from anesthesia.
• The OR nurse serves as a patient advocate in the provision of care and is responsible for ensuring patient safety during intra-operative period and with recovery from anesthesia during immediate post op period and with transport to PACU.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing;
• Current Nursing License in the State of Kansas;
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Current ACLS certifications;

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Two years of experience