Circulating RN

About the Role

This position requires the RN to work effectively in the Operating Room in the circulating nurse role. The role also includes on-call hours for surgical emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Continuously assess the patient's physiological and psychological status before, during, and after surgery and recognize abnormalities.
• Document care in a thorough, timely, and accurate manner reflecting the care provided.
• Anticipate, interpret, and act on patient data to prevent problems or complications.
• Identify priorities and implement care based on sound nursing judgment, individual patient needs, and facility procedures and standards.
• Perform effectively in crises or complex situations, promptly grasping the situation and performing your role.
• Function as a patient advocate by protecting the patient from harm during the perioperative period.
• Recommend changes needed in policy and procedure to assure quality care.
• Assist in admission, transfer, and discharge of patients in assigned areas, completing necessary forms and referrals.
• Ensure educational needs are met for all patients.
• Anticipate and coordinate admission, transfer, and discharge needs of patients to assure timely and smooth transitions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical instrumentation and equipment, and principles of microbiology to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Perform nursing skills according to REHC policies and procedures using proper body mechanics and universal precautions.
• Stay current in nursing knowledge and attend educational offerings that enhance skills.
• Prepare, process, and provide functioning supplies, equipment, and instruments to ensure their economic and efficient function for patients and personnel.
• Anticipate and provide supplies consistently in a timely fashion.
• Maintain assigned departments and areas supplied and neatly organized using systematic inventory and material control principles.
• Assist with the research and evaluation of new equipment and supplies.
• Contribute to the quality and safety efforts of the facility by providing honest and valuable input.
• Work cooperatively with other departments and personnel to provide patient care continuity.
• Seek opportunities to assist other staff, contributing to teamwork and a positive spirit.
• Assist with patient scheduling.
• Promote a working atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Participate willingly in the orientation of staff and evaluate their readiness for independent functioning.
• Adhere to the Bill of Rights, Vulnerability, and Confidentiality policies.
• Strive to receive no negative customer complaints.
• Treat patients and all others with courtesy and respect.
• Stay current and comply with Department of Health, Health and Human Services, Fire Safety, OSHA, and other regulations.
• Participate in continuing education programs and staff meetings for personal and professional growth.
• Contribute to staff knowledge by giving in-services and reporting on new developments in areas of job responsibility.
• Demonstrate flexibility daily to meet the demands of a changing environment.
• Follow the Policy and Procedure manual.

Requirements

• Holds a current Minnesota RN license.
• Certification in American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 6 months of hire.
• Must possess one of the following certifications at the time of hire: American Heart Association (AHA) BLS, Red Cross CPR, or a comparable certification with prior approval.
• Employees will be enrolled in the RQI program and must complete quarterly training modules to obtain AHA BLS certification within the first 3 months of employment if not already certified through AHA.

Schedule

Full-time (0.9 FTE, 72 hours per two weeks) position available in our Surgical Services department. Schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, with scheduled on-call hours.

Pay

Base pay range: $38.22 - $58.37 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• National Certification Bonus.
• PERA Public Retirement Association of Minnesota (defined pension benefit plan).
• 457 Retirement plans.
• Employer-paid parental leave.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Longevity Bonus.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Employer-paid short-term disability.
• Clothing Allowance.
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Free membership to LiveWell Fitness Center.