RN OR Med Plaza

NCH; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

NCH in Naples, FL is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room to independently plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, providing direct nursing care and taking on teaching and leadership roles.

The role requires Florida RN licensure (or APRN), one year of recent OR experience, BLS and ALS certifications, and basic computer skills. The per diem, 10-hour day schedule involves no on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• Florida RN license required; APRN license acceptable as alternative.
• One year of recent OR experience is required.
• BLS certification required (American Red Cross or American Heart Association).
• ALS certification required (American Red Cross or American Heart Association).
• Intermediate computer knowledge: Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care in the OR.
• Provides direct patient care and assumes teaching/leadership responsibilities.
• Precepts and mentors new employees and students; participates in quality improvement activities.

Education

Florida RN license (RN)

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license

Job description

• DEPARTMENT: 16510 - Med Plaza OR
• LOCATION: 311 9th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102
• WORK TYPE: Per Diem
• WORK SCHEDULE: 10 Hour Day - No call

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we're proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.

Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.

JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse Operating Room independently plans, implements, and evaluated nursing care in patient care situations using standards of care and policy and procedure. Provides direct nursing care to patients. Assumes teaching and leadership responsibilities. Participates in unit committee and quality improvement activities. Needs minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties may be assigned.
• Is able to locate and document medical and nursing patient care information in the electronic or paper medical record.
• Utilizes appropriate interview techniques to obtain history within the time frame of unit policy and provides appropriate intervention.
• Identifies standards of care common to patient population, i.e. age specific, barriers to learning.
• Delivers patient care and treatment using problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosages for patient population served. Administers medication safely and accurately, and utilizes available resources when questions arise.
• Evaluates outcomes of care to determine if patient needs were met.
• Chart forms are completed fully; no blanks left and are legible.
• Provides feedback regarding problems and complaints, and offers constructive suggestions. Uses chain-of-command for problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Completes care assignments in a reasonable amount of time.
• Reports to oncoming shift the care that should be provided and/or needs that have yet to be addressed.
• Follows hospital standards related to Kronos system.
• Accepts responsibility for own learning needs. Attends courses and in-services offered. Maintains clinical skills specifically required on unit. Maintains knowledge of current policies.
• Attentive to assignment activities and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and team members.
• Serves as a preceptor for new employees, coworkers and students and evaluates their performance by validating clinical and technical skills and interpersonal interactions.
• Maintains communication with patient family/significant other as patient progresses through continuum of care.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Florida.
• One year of recent OR experience is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows