Ortho Neuro Surgery RN

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne seeks an Ortho Neuro Surgery RN for full-time perioperative care in Des Moines. This role involves effective communication with patients and team members, maintaining aseptic conditions, and managing patient data effectively. Applicants must hold a current RN license and demonstrate strong patient care capabilities, with the opportunity for growth in a compassionate healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid RN license issued by the State of Iowa.
• Operating Room experience is preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required within the first 6 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides perioperative patient care in scrub and circulating roles.
• Ensures a safe environment for patients by implementing aseptic techniques.
• Communicates effectively with patients, staff, and families.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Aseptic technique

Data analysis

Education

Registered Nurse License (Iowa)

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

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• 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, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This position requires call, weekends, nights and Holidays as scheduled.
  
  

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Day Shift

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, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This position requires call, weekends, nights and Holidays as scheduled.
  
  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction. - Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating 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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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