Perioperative OR RN - Day Shift, Scrub & Circulate

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Des Moines is seeking an RN for perioperative care in the intraoperative phase, serving patients from neonate to geriatric. The role covers scrub and circulating duties, with call, weekends, nights and holidays as scheduled.

You will prepare cases, maintain aseptic technique, monitor equipment, and contribute to patient safety through effective communication and documentation.

Qualifications

• 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 weeks of hire; AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers accepted.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction.
• Prepares for surgical cases efficiently, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other OR 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.

Skills

Operating room experience

English language proficiency

Education

Current or Iowa RN license

Job description

MercyOne in Des Moines is seeking an RN for perioperative care in the intraoperative phase, serving patients from neonate to geriatric. The role covers scrub and circulating duties, with call, weekends, nights and holidays as scheduled.

You will prepare cases, maintain aseptic technique, monitor equipment, and contribute to patient safety through effective communication and documentation.