RN Staff - Main OR (Per Diem)
Summary of the Job
Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame and to provide care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. The Perioperative RN is accountable for planning & directing the care of every patient undergoing operative & invasive procedures. The Perioperative RN directs & supervises the surgical team members.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate from a NLN accredited school of nursing
- Current LA RN license
- BLS required or obtained during orientation
- ALS required within 6 months of hire
- Able to work flexible shifts and take call according to unit specific standards
Physical Demands
- Must possess good physical health
- Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time
- Lifting at least 50 pounds is required
- Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise
Physical Effort Required
- Constant (67%-100%): reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
- Frequently (34%-66%): lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching
- Occasionally (1%-33%): climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, crawling
Contact Information
Jennifer Saint, HR Talent Partner
Talent Acquisition - Human Resources
Employment
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