Cardiac Surgery RN - OR Lead & Specialist

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse directly responsible for the therapeutic care of patients. The RN must posses a good working knowledge of the nursing process and serve as a role model for licensed staff by demonstrating clinical competency and leadership.

The RN must be capable of serving as charge nurse in the absence of the Nursing Director or Assistant Nursing Director. The RN must promote patient confidentiality and maintain a positive, professional attitude toward patients,

Qualifications

• A diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate degree in nursing is required.
• Must be licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Arkansas.
• Previous operating room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• The RN is responsible for therapeutic care of patients and demonstrates nursing process competency.
• Serves as a role model for Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and students.
• May act as charge nurse in the absence of the Nursing Director or Assistant Nursing Director.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Communication

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma/Associate/Bachelor’s)

Job description

The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse directly responsible for the therapeutic care of patients. The RN must posses a good working knowledge of the nursing process and serve as a role model for licensed staff by demonstrating clinical competency and leadership.

The RN must be capable of serving as charge nurse in the absence of the Nursing Director or Assistant Nursing Director. The RN must promote patient confidentiality and maintain a positive, professional attitude toward patients,