Circulating RN

River's Edge Hospital & Clinic; Saint Peter (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National Certification Bonus

PERA Public Retirement Association

Employer paid parental leave

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Job summary

River's Edge Hospital & Clinic is seeking a Circulating RN to join the Surgical Services team in Saint Peter, MN. The role involves circulating in the operating room, handling on-call hours for emergencies, and ensuring patient safety during perioperative care.

The RN will assess patients before, during, and after surgery, document care, and collaborate with the team to maintain high-quality outcomes. Minnesota license and BLS/ACLS/PALS requirements apply; on-call expectations are included.

Qualifications

• Minnesota RN license currently held.
• BLS and ACLS required; PALS within 6 months of hire.
• Must possess one of the following: AHA BLS, Red Cross CPR, or comparable certification.
• RQI program enrollment with quarterly training to obtain BLS within 3 months if needed.

Responsibilities

• Circulates in the Operating Room and supports perioperative care.
• Documents care thoroughly and timely reflecting provided nursing care.
• Assesses patient status before, during and after surgery; intervenes as needed.
• Acts as patient advocate and coordinates admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Maintains policies, safety standards, and quality improvement input.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Surgical instrumentation

Microbiology knowledge

Job description

Position Title

Circulating RN

Location

1900 N SUNRISE DR, Saint Peter, MN, 56082, United States

Base Pay

$38.22 - $58.37 / Hour

Job Category

SURGICAL SERVICES

Employee Type

Non-Exempt

Description

Position Summary: This position requires the RN to work effectively in the Operating Room in the circulating nurse role. The position also includes on‑call hours for surgical emergencies.

Patient Care

• Continuously assesses the patient's physiological and psychological status before, during and after surgery and recognizes abnormals.
• Documents in thorough, timely and accurate fashion that accurately reflects the cares provided.
• Anticipates, interprets, and acts on patient data to prevent problems/complications.
• Identifies priorities and implements care based on sound nursing judgment, individual patient needs, and facility procedure and standards.
• Able to perform in crises or complex situations, promptly grasping situation and performing role.
• Functions as a patient advocate by protecting the patient from harm during the perioperative period.
• Recommends what changes are needed in policy and procedure to assure quality care.
• Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patients in assigned areas, completing necessary forms and referrals. Assures that educational needs are met for all patients.
• Anticipates and coordinates admission, transfer and discharge needs of patients to assure timely and smooth transition for patients.

Skills

• Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic techniques, a familiarity with surgical instrumentation and equipment, and the principles of microbiology maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Performs nursing skills according to REHC policies and procedures using proper body mechanics and universal precautions.
• Keeps current in nursing knowledge and attends educational offerings that enhance skills.
• Performs the work of the department independently with elements of accuracy, control and efficiency.
• Assists with preparing, processing and providing functioning supplies, equipment, and instruments to ensure their economic and efficient function for the patient and personnel.
• Anticipates and provides supplies consistently in a timely fashion. Keeps assigned departments and areas supplied and neatly organized using systematic inventory and material control principles/works with Purchasing Department.
• Assists with the research and evaluation of new equipment and supplies.
• Contributes to the quality and safety efforts of the facility by providing honest and valuable input.

Collaboration

• Works cooperatively with other departments and personnel to provide patient care continuity.
• Seeks opportunities to help out other staff contributing to team work and spirit.
• Assists with patient scheduling.
• Promotes a working atmosphere conductive to learning.
• Participates willingly in the orientation of staff and evaluating their readiness for independent functioning.

Work Habits

• Adheres to the Bill of Rights, Vulnerability and Confidentiality policies.
• Strives to receive no negative customer complaints.
• Treats patients and all others with courtesy and respect.
• Keeps self current and complies with Department of Health/Health and Human Services and Rules and Regulations, Fire Safety, OSHA and other regulations.
• Participates in continuing ed programs and staff meetings directed toward personal and professional growth and development.
• Contributes to the knowledge of staff by giving in‑services and reporting on new developments in areas of job responsibility.
• Does not abuse sick time and work break policies. Comes to work prepared to meet the daily needs of the patient and the work load.
• Demonstrates flexibility on a daily basis to meet the demands of the changing environment.
• Follows Policy and Procedure manual.

Requirements

• Holds a current Minnesota license.
• Must be certified in American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 6 months of hire.
• Must possess one of the following certifications at the time of hire: American Heart Association (AHA) BLS.
• Must possess one of the following certifications at the time of hire: Red Cross CPR.
• Must possess one of the following certifications at the time of hire: A comparable certification with prior approval.
• Employees will be enrolled in the RQI program and must complete quarterly training modules to obtain AHA BLS certification within the first 3 months of employment if not already certified through AHA.

Summary

We have a full‑time (0.9, 72 hours per two weeks) position available in our Surgical Services department. Schedule is primarily M‑F, with scheduled on‑call hours.

Benefits

Employees at Rivers Edge Hospital enjoy a traditional benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• National Certification Bonus
• PERA Public Retirement Association of Minnesota ,, defined pension benefit plan, 457 Retirement plans
• Employer paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Employee referral bonus
• Longevity Bonus
• Voluntary accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Employer paid short term disability
• Clothing Allowance
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness
• Free membership to LiveWell Fitness Center

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