RN

Montgomery-County-Memorial-Hospital-; Red Oak (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

457 Deferred Savings Plan

Wellness Program

On-Site Gym

Job summary

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital is seeking an RN for PRN daytime coverage in a fast-paced outpatient surgery setting. This role focuses on preoperative assessment, patient education, PACU care, and close collaboration with the surgical team.

The position emphasizes safe, high-quality patient care, with emphasis on post-anesthesia recovery, accurate documentation, and adherence to care plans. IPERS and strong benefits are highlighted in the hospital's environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN license is required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures, including assessments, medication review, and patient education.
• Monitor patients during the recovery phase and provide post-anesthesia care.
• Assess patient status, recognize changes in condition, and initiate nursing interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Educate patients and family members regarding preoperative and postoperative care instructions.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary team to ensure safe care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Post-anesthesia care

Patient education

Collaboration

Documentation

Job description

PRN (as needed), daytime hours only and no call requirements.
Fast-paced outpatient surgery environment, collaborative and patient-focused team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures, including assessments, medication review, and patient education.
• Monitor patients during the recovery phase and provide post-anesthesia care.
• Assess patient status, recognize changes in condition, and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Educate patients and family members regarding preoperative and postoperative care instructions.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Current BLS certification required
• ACLS certification, PALS certification
• Previous Pre-Op, PACU, Recovery Room, Ambulatory Surgery, or Critical Care experience preferred
• Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills

At Montgomery County Memorial Hospital, we pride ourselves in small-town values and advanced medical care. We are the largest employer in Montgomery County and have been serving our communities since 1907. MCMH is committed to providing quality, innovative healthcare for our patients and their families. We value creating a positive work environment with opportunities for growth.

MCMH offers competitive pay, IPERS and an attractive benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Discounts on Healthcare Services, FSA, 457 Deferred Savings Plan, Tuition Assistance, Cafeteria Discount, Wellness Program, Free Access to On-Site Gym, and more!

• competitive pay
• IPERS
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Discounts on Healthcare Services
• FSA
• 457 Deferred Savings Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Cafeteria Discount
• Wellness Program
• Free Access to On-Site Gym, and more!

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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