Operating Room RN — Patient‑Centric, Day-Shift Care

Brown University Health; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to advocate for patients and apply the nursing process under supervision of the Nurse Manager. The role focuses on age-specific patient needs, documentation, and adherence to hospital policies.

Responsibilities include identifying deviations, documenting interventions, and coordinating with the health team for optimal patient outcomes. Prior experience in a hospital setting and current Rhode Island RN licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; associate degree required; BSN preferred.
• Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association).
• Understanding of Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act and patient care across life span.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and reports deviations from patient care and documents nursing interventions.
• Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs.
• Promotes patient and family participation in activities of daily living and care.
• Sets priorities in assignments and seeks guidance when needed.
• Plans for potential needs during emergencies and defines expected outcomes.
• Implements interventions and evaluates patient outcomes; documents progress.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient advocacy

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to advocate for patients and apply the nursing process under supervision of the Nurse Manager. The role focuses on age-specific patient needs, documentation, and adherence to hospital policies.

Responsibilities include identifying deviations, documenting interventions, and coordinating with the health team for optimal patient outcomes. Prior experience in a hospital setting and current Rhode Island RN licensure are required.