Registered Nurse (RN) Surgery PRN

Lifepoint Health; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Wythe County Community Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN for PRN shifts in Wytheville, VA. You will support perioperative care, assist surgical teams, and help ensure patient safety and sterile technique throughout procedures.

The ideal candidate holds an active Virginia RN license (or compact), with BLS required within 30 days and ACLS/PALS within 90 days. CNOR certification is preferred. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Active Virginia RN license (single-state) or compact license.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire; ACLS and PALS within 90 days; CNOR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients preoperatively and monitor during surgery.
• Ensure sterility of instruments and equipment; assist surgical teams.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care; maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Operating Room experience

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

CNOR preferred

Education

Virginia RN license

Compact license

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

CNOR Certification (preferred)

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Schedule: PRN

Weekdays 6:30 am to 3:00 pm

Your experience matters

Wythe County Community Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Operating Room Nurse to join our growing healthcare team. The Operating Room Nurse will work alongside surgical teams to ensure that patients are receiving the best possible care and serve as a liaison between the surgical team and the patients' families. The ideal candidate will have experience in a busy operating room environment, with a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and patient safety. They will also be adept at providing preoperative and postoperative care, and in handling and sterilizing surgical equipment and instruments.

How you'll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• Assess patients prior to surgery and alleviate their concerns
• Ensure that all instruments are sterile and surgical equipment is in working order
• Assist surgical teams during operations and adjust treatment as needed
• Prepare the operating room for surgery by setting up surgical instruments and equipment
• Monitor patient vital signs during surgery and alert the surgical team to any changes
• Provide postoperative care and education to patients and their families
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
• Comply with all health and safety regulations, including sanitation and infection control procedures

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

Applicants should have an active Virginia RN license (single-state) or compact license. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.

Additional requirements include:

• Proven work experience as an Operating Room Nurse or similar role in a healthcare setting preferred
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire
• ACLS and PALS within 90 days of hire
• CNOR Certification is preferred

More about Wythe County Community Hospital

WCCH is a 100-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Wythe County community for over 53 years. We are proud to be recognized by Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval, Leapfrog Safety Grade A and a National Quality Leader by LifePoint Health.

Hourly Range: $29.79 - $40.21

EEOC Statement

Wythe County Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WCCH is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.