Cardiothoracic/Peripheral Vascular Surgery RN

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a perioperative registered nurse to provide intraoperative care in the scrub and circulating roles. The role requires adapting to neonate through geriatric patients and includes scheduled call, weekends, nights and holidays.

Responsibilities include scrubbing and circulating independently, preparing for cases, maintaining aseptic technique, data collection for nursing diagnoses, and clear communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• Current or compact RN license issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• BLS certification within six weeks of hire is required.
• Proof of Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Nursing experience in the operating room preferred.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs and circulates on cases independently with minimal direction.
• Prepares for surgical cases efficiently, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and OR team.
• Maintains a safe environment by adhering to aseptic technique and by managing the physical/psychological space.
• Collects and analyzes patient data to support nursing diagnoses.
• Communicates effectively with patients, staff, physicians and families.
• Maintains knowledge of OR equipment setup and function.
• Initiates and directs room turnover and cleanup.

Skills

OR experience

RN licensure Iowa

BLS certification

Mandatory Reporter training

English language proficiency

Job description

Employment Type:Full time

Shift:Day Shift

Description:Posting

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides perioperative patient care, specifically in the intraoperative phase, in both the scrub and circulating roles according to established guidelines. Serves the population from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This position requires call, weekends, nights and Holidays as scheduled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction.
• Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members.
• Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment.
• Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis.
• Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, and families.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function.
• Initiates and directs room clean up and turnover.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in orientation and training of new personnel.
• Assists in maintenance of physician's preference cards and other O.R. resource material.
• Utilizes computer in surgical documentation, disposition of specimens and obtaining pertinent information.
• Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.
• Attends department meetings and inservices.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Operating Room experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.