RN - DUAL SPECIALTY - SURGERY

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Nurse position at St. Bernards Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR requires a nursing diploma or higher and an active RN license in Arkansas. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, patient care, and adherence to professional standards in a hospital setting.

Experience in the operating room is preferred. This safety sensitive role demands effective communication, responsibility in directing staff, and a professional demeanor with patients, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• A diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate degree in nursing is required.
• Must be licensed as a registered nurse in Arkansas.
• Operating room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic patient care using the nursing process.
• Demonstrate clinical competency, leadership, and professional attitude.
• Direct staff as charge nurse in the absence of leadership.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Diploma/Associates/Baccalaureate in Nursing

Job description

• A diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate degree in nursing is required. Must be licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Arkansas.

Experience

• Previous operating room experience preferred.

Physical

• This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
• Requires - mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements (dusts, fumes, odors, water, etc.), exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical and chemical hazards. Frequent standing, walking, bending and stooping. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs.

JOB SUMMARY

• The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse directly responsible for the therapeutic care of patients. The Registered Nurse must posses a good working knowledge of the nursing process. The RN will serve as a role model for Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and students by demonstrating clinical competency and leadership. The RN must be capable of serving as charge nurse in the absence of the Nursing Director or Assistant Nursing Director. The RN must promote good public relations for the unit, the Nursing Division, and the medical center while maintaining patient confidentiality. Must be able to communicate effectively and project a positive, professional attitude toward patients, staff, visitors, and students; perform the day-to-day nursing tasks appropriately; and conduct him/herself in a professional manner and dress appropriately. Routinely assigns and responsibly directs staff. This position is required to utilize independent judgment.