Experienced Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room, Full Time, Flex Shift, Job ID #1758274

Palmetto General Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto General Hospital is seeking an experienced perioperative nurse to deliver professional nursing care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures. The role emphasizes collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and adherence to unit standards.

The position requires a nursing degree, current Florida RN license, and a current BLS card. One year of perioperative experience is preferred, with strong assessment, critical thinking and communication

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved nursing program as defined by NCSBN.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card.
• One-year perioperative experience preferred.
• Excellent physical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Positive affect with leadership and time management skills.
• Effective oral and written communication in English.
• Adequate visual and hearing senses to assess changes.

Responsibilities

• Delivers perioperative nursing care to pediatric (>2 years), adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide age-appropriate care.
• Prepares equipment and assists physician during surgical procedures.
• Assists with the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation.
• Takes emergency call as assigned; may work beyond regular tours.

Skills

Physical assessment

Critical thinking

Leadership

Time management

Communication (English)

Sensory acuity

Fast-paced environment

Education

NCSBN-aligned nursing program graduate

Job description

Position Summary:

Delivers professional and technical nursing care to pediatric (>2 years), adolescent, adult and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures in collaboration with care directed by the medical staff. Nursing care delivered complies with the objectives and policies of the hospital. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation when delivering surgical nursing care. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards. Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the patient. Prepares equipment and assists physician during surgical procedures. Takes emergency call as assigned by the department head. Works assigned shifts but may be asked to work beyond the regular tour of duty as assigned by the department head or nursing supervisor.

Position Qualification:

• Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card
• One-year Perioperative experience preferred
• Excellent physical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Positive affect, demonstrated leadership and time management skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language
• Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to assess/detect changes in human physiological conditions
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast paced and stressful environment

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Current Florida RN License
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card

Must clear background and drug test required.