Registered Nurse (RN) - Perioperative Nurse

Kansas Health System; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) – Perioperative to provide professional nursing care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients in the perioperative setting.

The RN will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, develop and update the plan of care, document thoroughly, participate in unit quality improvement, and ensure patient safety per hospital policies. This is a full-time role, Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm.

Qualifications

• ADN required; BSN preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years clinical nurse experience

Responsibilities

• Analyzes assessment data to determine diagnosis/patient care priorities.
• Collaborates and coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team.
• Completes comprehensive patient assessment for the clinical area.
• Develops and updates the patient plan of care.
• Documents all aspects of care per hospital policy.
• Evaluates effectiveness of interventions and revises the plan as needed.
• Follows hospital policies to ensure safe patient care.
• Implements the plan of care using available resources and evidence.
• Involves patient and family in outcomes and goals.
• Participates in unit/department quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Assessment

Care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Policy adherence

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Title

Registered Nurse (RN) - Perioperative Nurse

Liberty Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Perioperative RN provides professional nursing care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients. Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population. Coordinates care delivery through collaboration with all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care.

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Analyzes assessment data to determine diagnosis/patient care priorities.
• Collaborates and coordinates care of the patient with the interdisciplinary team.
• Completes comprehensive patient assessment specific to clinical area/unit.
• Develops and updates the patient plan of care.
• Documents all aspects of care thoroughly per hospital policy.
• Evaluates effectiveness of interventions and revises plan of care on an ongoing basis.
• Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care at all times (med admin, handoffs, etc.).
• Implements the plan of care utilizing resources and best evidence.
• Integrates patient and family teaching in daily routine.
• Involves patient/family in identification of expected outcomes and goals.
• Participates in unit and/or department quality improvement efforts.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate
• Associate Degree Nursing
• For ADN prepared nurses hired after February 24, 2017, must complete BSN degree by the fifth anniversary of employment as an RN with UKHA
• 1 or more years Experience as a Clinical Nurse.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree Nursing

Required Licensure and Certification

• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing Kansas or Missouri (or compact license)
• Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA) or obtained within 14 days

Time Type

Full time

Job Requisition ID

R-57720

Important information for you to know as you apply

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

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