Cardiovascular OR Nurse - Perioperative Specialist

Saint Mary's Health Network; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary’s Health Network in Reno, NV seeks an experienced Staff RN - Cardiovascular for the perioperative setting in both the Main OR and Cardiovascular OR. You will collaborate with surgeons and anesthesiologists, coordinate care with team members, and ensure adherence to standards, with duties including assessment, planning, and evaluation of care in all age groups.

You will participate in performance improvement activities and work with colleagues to maintain efficient patient flow and

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year previous Perioperative experience or on the job training at Saint Mary’s required.
• One year previous Cardiovascular OR experience required.
• Must be able to communicate in English (Speak, Write).
• Current and valid Nevada RN License.
• BLS (AHA) certification required.
• ACLS (AHA) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Staff RN-Cardiovascular is directly accountable to the OR Charge Nurse and the Director of Surgical Services, and indirectly to the House Supervisor.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care in the peri-operative setting in both the Main OR and Cardiovascular OR through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and older adults.
• The Registered Nurse coordinates the care of the patient with the surgeon and anesthesiologist, directs and guides the OR Technician and other personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing.
• Works with other departments to provide a continuum of care and co-workers to provide continuous, quality patient care, efficient patient flow and unit maintenance and organization.
• Responsible for adherence to regulations, standards and hospital or unit policies and procedures.
• Responsible for participation in Performance Improvement activities, unit meetings and in-services.
• Acts as a resource for other personnel as appropriate.

Education

Nevada RN License

BLS (AHA) certification

ACLS (AHA) certification

Job description

Saint Mary’s Health Network in Reno, NV seeks an experienced Staff RN - Cardiovascular for the perioperative setting in both the Main OR and Cardiovascular OR. You will collaborate with surgeons and anesthesiologists, coordinate care with team members, and ensure adherence to standards, with duties including assessment, planning, and evaluation of care in all age groups.

You will participate in performance improvement activities and work with colleagues to maintain efficient patient flow and