Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Davita Inc.; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking an Operating Room Registered Nurse in Plattsburgh, NY. This role involves direct patient care for surgical procedures, requiring a valid RN license and BLS/ACLS certification. The candidate will be part of a supportive team culture encouraging professional growth and optimal patient care standards.

Benefits

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Benefits (403b)

Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)

Paid Time Off

Encouragement of professional growth

Structured preceptorships and continuing education

Commitment to optimal patient-to-nurse ratios

Investments in safe patient handling equipment

Shared governance giving nurses a voice

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current RN license in New York State.
• ACLS certification within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver patient care using nursing processes for surgical patients.
• Direct and guide patient care, education, and maintain professional standards.
• Be competent in multiple areas of Perioperative Services.

Skills

Patient Care

Team Membership

Assessment

Intervention

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Operating Room Registered Nurse is responsible for managing and delivering patient care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients undergoing surgical procedures. The OR RN directs and guides patient care, education, and related activities while maintaining professional nursing standards. They possess skills and knowledge to assess, diagnose, plan, intervene, and evaluate outcomes. They are familiar with all instruments, supplies, and equipment used during specific surgeries. The OR RN addresses the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual responses of surgical patients.

The Perioperative Services Float RN will become competent in two areas of Perioperative Services: Operating Room Circulating Nurse, Pre/Post Nurse, or Endoscopy Nurse. The primary position will be based on the nurse's P5, and scheduling will be in that main area (e.g., Perioperative Services Float - Pre/PACU will only be scheduled in Pre/PACU).

The Float RN will be fully oriented to their main position and will learn basic skills in another area of Perioperative Services. The skill set for each additional area will follow the specific contributions of that position. All nurses in Perioperative Services are expected to be competent in the basic skills of a second area within six months of completing their main orientation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
2. Current license as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
3. BLS or ACLS certification required; ACLS certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire.
4. Meet physical and pre-placement screening requirements.
5. Complete the Periop 101 course within 3 months of hire.
6. Ability to take scheduled call.
7. Proven team membership skills.
8. Previous experience in Perioperative Services is preferred.

Additional training/competency in caring for patients of different ages as appropriate.

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure recognized by the State of New York.
• Relevant clinical experience as per unit requirements.

Our Total Rewards Package includes:

• Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Benefits (403b)
• Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)
• Paid Time Off

Perks of Joining Our Team:

• Encouragement of professional growth and development
• Valuing our nurses' happiness and feedback
• Structured preceptorships and continuing education
• Commitment to optimal patient-to-nurse ratios
• Unique team culture
• Investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
• Shared governance giving nurses a voice

About the Area:

The Champlain Valley features scenic landscapes with hills, meadows, and lakes, including Lake Champlain. Plattsburgh, with a population of 38,000, offers a cost of living below the national average, excellent schools, and a branch of the State University of New York with a large international student population. Recognized as a top city for business development, Plattsburgh also offers year-round recreational activities, historic sites, and proximity to Lake Placid, the 1980 Winter Olympics host.

Relocation and signing incentives are available, making moving to upstate New York an attractive option.