Perioperative RN & Charge Nurse - Surgical Care

University of South Alabama Health System; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Alabama Health System in Mobile, AL, seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct peri-operative patient care within Surgical Services. Responsibilities include medication administration, CPR, documentation, and acting as Charge Nurse when assigned.

The role requires an accredited nursing degree, Alabama state RN licensure or compact licensure, and BCLS certification. The nurse will adhere to infection control and safety standards and participate in unit-based quality

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
• RN license in Alabama (or compact licensure) required.
• BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care according to unit competencies.
• Administers medications including controlled substances by all routes.
• Serves as Charge Nurse when assigned and supervises others.
• Demonstrates CPR per American Heart Association standards.
• Maintains accurate medical records and completes documentation in a timely manner.
• Responds to emergencies and manages peri-operative patient care within unit policy.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Team coordination

Education

RN—State Licensure

Job description

University of South Alabama Health System in Mobile, AL, seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct peri-operative patient care within Surgical Services. Responsibilities include medication administration, CPR, documentation, and acting as Charge Nurse when assigned.

The role requires an accredited nursing degree, Alabama state RN licensure or compact licensure, and BCLS certification. The nurse will adhere to infection control and safety standards and participate in unit-based quality