Registered Nurse (RN) – Perioperative Services, Days

Dartmouth-Hitchcock; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 58,203 - 81,967; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

A leading medical center in Lebanon, NH is seeking a Clinical Nurse for Perioperative Services. This daytime position involves utilizing the nursing process for patient care, mentoring colleagues, and collaborating with the care team. Ideal candidates will have graduated from an accredited nursing program, hold a BSN, and be licensed registered nurses in New Hampshire. Competitive pay range from $42.25 to $59.50 per hour with comprehensive benefits is offered, making this a fantastic opportunity for qualified nurses.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Licensed Registered Nurse with New Hampshire eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess and implement individualized care plans.
• Mentors colleagues for advancement in nursing practice.
• Communicates effectively across various formats.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Mentorship

Education

Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Overview

Interested in working for one of the top medical centers in New England and in a Level I Trauma Center?

Clinical Nurse / Perioperative Services – Days

Monday – Friday, with call requirement (10 hour shifts).

The OR with 26 spacious high-tech suites may be just what you’re looking for. Both inpatient and outpatient procedures are done in these ORs, care is provided to patients of all ages: neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatrics. We have numerous opportunities for growth within the cardiac team and openings in our other perioperative nursing teams.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care.
• Utilizes critical thinking and the nursing process to anticipate and recognize changes in patient status, taking action to modify the plan of care or to elevate to the care team as necessary.
• Practices in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics to advocate for patients, uphold their autonomy in decision-making, ensure informed consent and assist patients and families in expressing self-determination.
• Actively seeks feedback and acts to improve performance.
• Engages in the governance of practice.
• Manages interpersonal relationships for self and with others.
• Mentors colleagues for the advancement of nursing practice and the profession.
• Assumes authority and accountability for the nursing care of patients while appropriately delegating elements of care to others members of the care delivery team in accordance with laws, regulations and policies and procedures.
• Prioritizes and organizes time to optimize patient outcomes.
• Actively seeks out the most current evidence and standards and applies and translates to daily practice.
• Role models a culture of inquiry, developing new knowledge by contributing to research, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice at the local level.
• Communicates effectively in a variety of formats in all areas of practice.
• Actively partners with others to effect change that produces positive outcomes through the exchange of knowledge.
• Precepts the student nurse, nurse extern, nurse resident, experienced clinical nurse and other members of the healthcare team.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Required Licensure/Certifications

Licensed Registered Nurse with New Hampshire eligibility. BLS Certificate required upon hire.

• Area of Interest: Nursing
• Pay Range: $42.25/Hr. – $59.50/Hr.
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 – 1.00 – 40 hrs/week
• Shift: Day
• Job ID: 36906

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.