Pre/Post Ambulatory Surgery RN- FT .9

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

Job summary

IHA in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to provide perioperative patient care in the intraoperative phase, serving as scrub and circulating team member. This full-time, day-shift role supports patients from neonate to geriatric across diverse procedures, in Des Moines, IA.

You will prep cases, maintain aseptic technique, monitor equipment, communicate with the team, and ensure safe room turnover.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a Registered Nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six (6) weeks 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 OR team.
• Maintains aseptic technique and a safe environment for patient and staff.
• Collects and analyzes data and supports nursing diagnoses.
• Communicates effectively with patient, staff, physicians, and families.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup and function.
• Initiates and directs room cleanup and turnover.

Skills

Operating room experience

English proficiency

Communication skills

Education

RN license (IA)

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, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

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.

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.

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. The acceptable credentialing body is the American Heart Association.
• 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.