Perioperative RN: Lead Care & Outcomes

Memorial Health; Taylorville (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health in Illinois seeks a Registered Nurse-Surgery to deliver evidence-based nursing care for surgical patients, from pre-op to recovery. You will assess needs, plan and provide direct care within the surgical team, and supervise delegated nursing tasks.

Role emphasizes patient education, outcomes evaluation, and ensuring departmental survey readiness, with certifications and clinical ladder alignment as part of ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in IL required.
• Maintain Healthcare Provider certification.
• ACLS certification within 12 months of hire.
• PEARS certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide care within the surgical team before, during and after surgery.
• Assess patients, develop and implement care plans.
• Provide direct pre-surgical, operative and recovery care.
• Evaluate outcomes and adjust care as needed.
• Teach and supervise nursing activities delegated to others.
• Promote patient education and involve caregivers in health goals.
• Participate in quality assurance and ensure survey readiness.
• Perform additional related duties as required.

Skills

ACLS certification

PEARS certification

Evidence-based nursing

Education

BSN preferred

Illinois RN license

Job description

Memorial Health in Illinois seeks a Registered Nurse-Surgery to deliver evidence-based nursing care for surgical patients, from pre-op to recovery. You will assess needs, plan and provide direct care within the surgical team, and supervise delegated nursing tasks.

Role emphasizes patient education, outcomes evaluation, and ensuring departmental survey readiness, with certifications and clinical ladder alignment as part of ongoing professional development.