Post-op - Registered Nurse - Full-Time

Post Op Rn Position At Kansas Surgery And Recovery Center

Kansas Surgery and Recovery Center is a leader in providing exceptional patient care. With over 100 physicians performing elective procedures across numerous specialties, our facility strives to be the preferred choice for surgery for our community. We are the leading orthopedic surgery specialty hospital in Kansas, with consistently high rankings from HealthGrades, and continually invest in new technologies such as robotic-assisted surgery.

Full-time position, four days a week, 0900-1900. Hours may vary with a rotating day off. Applicants must have a minimum of two years of Pre-Op, PACU, Surgical or Critical Care experience. BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certification required. Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing and an active RN license as required by the state of employment. Position does not require weekends or call.

Job function: Post OP RN is responsible for the planning, executing, directing, and evaluating direct and indirect nursing care given to the surgical patient. The responsibility includes the preparation, and organization of the environment, equipment and supplies required to perform the clinical activities necessary to recover patients after their surgery.

Job qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an approved or accredited School of Registered Nursing. Current RN license issued by the State of Kansas. Current BLS certification required. PALS certification required in Post-op. ACLS or ALS certification is required; will allow applicant 12 months to obtain.
• Job knowledge/skills: Verbal and written communication skills are required. Ability to deal with stress is a necessity in dealing with subordinates, employees, physicians, their office staff, and vendors.
• Experience: One-year previous hospital experience in a critical care environment, preferably in a surgical care setting.
• Physical demands: Mentally and physically healthy. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Work environment: Must be able to walk or stand for hours during job performance. May be exposed to communicable diseases and radiation.
• Handling of confidential data: Handles confidential data professionally according to hospital policy and procedures.

Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center