Registered Nurse- OR/Recovery- Recovery/PACU

Shift

1st

Schedule

8a-6:30p

Hours per week

Variated/Per Diem

Benefits Status

Not Eligible

Department

Recovery (PACU)

About the Role

The Registered Nurse will care for, plan, coordinate, supervise and provide for clients throughout their life span. Under general supervision, they deliver care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Operating Room/Post Anesthesia Care Nurses provide care and support patients before, during and after surgery. OR/PACU Nurses also assist the surgeon and the surgical team in their tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care to the patient throughout their surgical experience.
• Serves as the communication liaison to family and members of the operating team.
• Aid in patient education during all phases of their experience at the Center.
• Maintain accurate records of all care information in a timely manner using computer software applications appropriate to position.
• Prep the operating room for patient/procedure.
• Identify and address risks to patients and others, taking appropriate actions to minimize or eliminate risk and promote safety.
• Monitor and assess patients' physical and emotional well-being throughout the care continuum.
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting.
• Direct care provided by licensed practical nurses and nursing aides.
• During the surgical procedure, OR Nurses can take the role of: Circulating Nurse, with the additional duties as assigned.
• May be asked to float among various clinical services, as directed/needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• ADN, Diploma, BSN, or MSN degree acceptable
• State of Wisconsin Nursing licensure or permit required
• On call requirements, 30-minute response time
• Basic Life Support/CPR within 3 months
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire
• Manual and finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination
• Ability to see and hear at a level sufficient to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly and to interact positively with patients, peers, and the public
• Ability to carry up to 15 pounds
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions

Reporting Relationship

Clinical Manager and/or Department Director

Behavior and Attitude

Beloit Health System, Inc. is committed to being the leader in regional health and wellness services that delivers high quality value and satisfaction to our patients and communities we serve. The mission of Beloit Health System, Inc. is to be the leader in regional health and wellness services that delivers high quality value and satisfaction to our patients and communities we serve. Beloit Health System requires the employee to maintain integrity as a fully engaged employee. Each employee will perform in a manner which ensures delivery of the highest quality of medical services and patient satisfaction. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each patient, visitor, and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance.