Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room
Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance.
About the Organization
Baptist Health System has more than 120 years of history caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized children’s hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services, and the Baptist School of Health Professions.
About the Role
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. Under minimal supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients ranging in age from newborn to geriatric, within the nurse’s competencies following established standards and practices. Supports the mission statement, policies, and procedures of the Baptist Health System. Completes established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing
- Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum Experience: None
- Preferred Experience: Completion of peri-anesthesia or critical care internship/training course
- Required Certifications/Licensure: Possession of current Texas State License for Registered Nurse or currently eligible for state board certification
- Preferred Certifications/Licensure:
- Surgery - CNOR Board eligible/certified
- Post Anesthesia - CPAN Board eligible/certified
- GI Lab – SGNA Board eligible/certified
- Required Courses/Completions:
- BLS - Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire
- AHA ACLS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role for all Surgical Services areas
- AHA PALS must be completed within 60 days of hire or transfer into role for Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Benefits
The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program
- Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.