OR Nurse - Perioperative Care with $10k Sign-On Bonus

Watertown Regional Medical Center; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Watertown Regional Medical Center in Watertown, WI seeks a Registered Nurse - Surgery (RN-Surgery) to provide direct nursing care in the perioperative setting. You will work with the surgical team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care across age groups while ensuring safety and education during the perioperative process.

The role requires critical thinking, effective communication, and EMR proficiency, with certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• BSN preferred.
• Current and valid RN license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification (required per policy).
• ACLS certification (required per policy).
• PALS certification (required per policy).

Responsibilities

• Delivers patient-centered nursing care based on established standards and the nursing process.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and per policy.
• Documents all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately.
• Monitors, evaluates, and communicates patient condition to the healthcare team, patient, and family.
• Coordinates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.
• Participates in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as needed.
• Educates patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care.
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients throughout the surgical experience.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Communication

EMR use

HIPAA compliance

Perioperative care

Team collaboration

Education

RN license (state)

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Watertown Regional Medical Center in Watertown, WI seeks a Registered Nurse - Surgery (RN-Surgery) to provide direct nursing care in the perioperative setting. You will work with the surgical team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care across age groups while ensuring safety and education during the perioperative process.

The role requires critical thinking, effective communication, and EMR proficiency, with certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.