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Trinity Health; Clive (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to provide perioperative patient care in Clive, Iowa. The role includes scrubbing and circulating for surgical cases, preparing efficiently while anticipating the needs of patients and the surgical team. Candidates must possess a current Iowa RN license, with operating room experience preferred. This position requires Basic Life Support certification, effective communication skills, and the ability to maintain a safe environment. Weekend and holiday availability is essential.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of Iowa.
• Operating Room experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support certified within six weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs and circulates on cases independently.
• Prepares for surgical cases efficiently.
• Maintains a safe environment by implementing aseptic technique.

Skills

Operating Room experience

Basic Life Support certification

Effective communication

Data analysis and assessment

Education

Current Registered Nurse license in Iowa

Job description

General Summary

Provides perioperative patient care, specifically in the intraoperative phase, in both the scrub and circulating roles according to established guidelines. Serves the population from neonate to geriatric. Requires call, weekends, nights, and holidays as scheduled.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Essential Functions

• Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction.
• Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating the needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members.
• Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment.
• Collects and analyzes data and assesses patient in developing nursing diagnosis.
• Communicates effectively with the patient, staff, physicians, and families.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and function.
• Initiates and directs room clean up and turnover.

Marginal Functions

• Participates in orientation and training of new personnel.
• Assists in maintenance of physician's preference cards and other O.R. resource material.
• Utilizes computer in surgical documentation, disposition of specimens and obtaining pertinent information.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement activities as appropriate.
• Attends department meetings and inservices.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Operating Room experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.