Operating Room RN: Perioperative Care Specialist

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure quality outcomes.

The RN will administer medications, perform assessments, educate patients and families, monitor equipment, and participate in life-saving interventions as needed, while maintaining infection control standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
• RN licensure required.
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care in accordance with nursing process and policies.
• Assess patients, document findings, and report changes to the care team.
• Administer medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration.
• Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatment plans, and discharge care.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards.
• Participate in audits and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nursing Assessment

Medication Admin

Patient Education

Documentation

Infection Control

Team Collaboration

CPR/Code Team

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

RN License

Job description

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure quality outcomes.

The RN will administer medications, perform assessments, educate patients and families, monitor equipment, and participate in life-saving interventions as needed, while maintaining infection control standards.