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Perioperative Circulator RN Opportunity

We are looking to add top talent to our Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas team. Join us in performing Sacred Work! Competitive benefits are offered including:

• Matched Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Benefit Plan Medical, Dental, Vision and Much More!
• Bonus Potential

Summary/Objective

The Perioperative Circulator RN is accountable for the quality of care of nursing care rendered to patients. The Circulator assumes responsibility for assessing, diagnosing, identifying outcomes, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care of patients. Additionally, the Circulator role includes directing and supervising nursing care for patients in the perioperative setting. The Circulator is responsible for determining the educational and competency level of assistive personnel to whom he/she is delegating care.

Essential Job Duties

1. Collects patient health data that are relevant to the operative or invasive procedure and analyzes the data to determine nursing diagnosis and identifies expected outcomes that are unique to the patient.
2. Develops an individualized plan of care to attain expected outcomes and implements the identified plan of care
3. Provides assistance with preparation of the patient to include, but not limited to: proper positioning, prepping, pre-operative medication, and proper use of body mechanics.
4. Demonstrates competency to properly handle and document all specimens
5. Consistently implements operational standards which promote the maintenance of patient rights including, but not limited to: protection of patient privacy, explanation of treatment processes, and maintenance of confidentiality of patient information, ethical considerations, and handling complaints.
6. Assist staff in the set up and tear down of supplies and equipment in the operating room.

Required Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• 1-3 years related experience

Required License/Certifications

• Current RN license in the state of Texas
• BLS certification

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas