Registered Nurse - OR Surgery - Limited Assignment

100 LCMC Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health in Louisiana is looking for a dedicated surgical nurse to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing patients for surgery, providing necessary care, and ensuring patient safety before, during, and after surgical procedures.

A valid nursing license in Louisiana and BLS certification are required, with preference given to those with operating room experience. Join us in delivering exceptional patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Preferred: Experience in an operating room.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery and provide necessary care.
• Perform post-operative assessments and clinical documentation.
• Monitor patients post-surgery for complications.
• Advocate for patient safety and continuity of care.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patient care

Clinical documentation

Education

Current nursing license in Louisiana

Current American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

Your job is more than a job. When you first played an "Operation" video game as a kid, you imagined being part of a surgical team. After completing nursing education, you realize that your duty to patient care—before, during, and after surgery—is critical to the surgical nursing role. Your technical expertise is essential, but teamwork and communication are equally important. As the bridge between the patient, the surgeon, and the anesthesiologist, you act as the information gatekeeper, collaborating closely to ensure a smooth operating room experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgery, review patient history, and provide patient care and support including supplies, medication administration, patient positioning, vital sign monitoring, and health assessments.
• Perform required clinical documentation and post‑operative assessments.
• Monitor patients after surgery for pain, complications, and healing of the surgical site, following Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
• Perform CPR or other emergency measures if required.
• Collaborate to identify and meet overall patient care needs, and address incomplete tasks promptly, effectively, and safely.
• Advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communication, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Initiate patient and family education on the operation and post‑operation care as required.

Must-Haves

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana, as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Preferred: Operating room experience.

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.