Health Care Nurse

RN - OR

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Surgery

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours per Shift: 10 hours

Experience: Minimum of 1 year current operating room experience

License: Current state license as a Registered Nurse required

Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS

Must-Have:

California RN LicenseMinimum of one year current operating room experienceBLS upon hire and ongoingACLS and PALS within six months of hire and ongoing

Description:The RN renders collaborative nursing care according to defined nursing standards of care and practice.The RN promotes the health potential of patients through the implementation of the nursing process.Demonstrates the ability to delegate appropriately and direct staff in the coordination and delivery of care.Assumes responsibility for the appropriate utilization of care resources.Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with others in problem resolution.Sensitive to the needs of patients, families, and fellow employees.

Reports directly to the Director of Nursing in Perioperative Services.May receive direction from the Coordinator of Surgery/Anesthesia/CSP.Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team in the coordination of patient care.Delegates and directs assigned shift caseload team, which may include RNs and Surgical Technicians.In the absence of the Coordinator, takes daily direction from an assigned Shift Charge RN.

This position includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.Interprets the appropriate life span needs of patients.Provides appropriate population-based care as per the department skills checklist.Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the life span.

Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.BSN or BA preferred.Possesses analytical skills necessary to prioritize workload and prepare nursing care plans.Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word.Ability to learn software programs applicable to patient care and operations processes.Must be able to understand, read, and write English clearly.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:Able to fulfill physical requirements for this position.May be exposed to periods of stress.

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