RN OR Part Time

Kindred; Livingston (TN); Vor Ort; USD 34.440 - 48.216; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A local healthcare provider in Tennessee is seeking a Registered Nurse - Surgery (Part Time) to join their surgical team. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team. Candidates should have a valid RN license and essential certifications such as BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Preference will be given to those with perioperative experience. This position emphasizes effective communication, critical thinking, and a commitment to patient advocacy.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program is required.
• BSN is preferred for this position.
• Current RN license in Tennessee is mandatory.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.

Aufgaben

• Provide direct nursing care to surgical patients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Educate patients on surgical procedures and post-operative care.

Kenntnisse

Patient-centered nursing care

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Competency in EMR

Ability to function in high-stress environments

Ausbildung

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description - RN OR Part Time (546660)

Join Livingston Regional Hospital, a 114-bed, community hospital certified for sepsis care by the Joint Commission and accredited for chest pain by the American College of Cardiology. As part of the ScionHealth network, Livingston Regional proudly delivers quality care covering all aspects of healthcare, from 24-hour emergency services to inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative, a Level I neonatal nursery, a 16-bed gero-psych unit, and many other specialty services. Livingston serves a five-county area in central Tennessee and southern Kentucky. Grow your career where your work touches your neighbors.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse - Surgery (RN-Surgery) provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients within an acute care hospital setting. Utilizing the nursing process, the RN-Surgery assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes. This role supports surgical interventions across all age groups and ensures patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the perioperative process.

Essential Functions

• Delivers patient-centered nursing care based on established standards of care and the nursing process
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and in accordance with policy
• Documents all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately
• Monitors, evaluates, and communicates patient condition to healthcare team, patient, and family
• Coordinates and collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care
• Participates in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as needed
• Educates patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients throughout the surgical experience
• Demonstrated critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills
• Ability to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members
• Competency in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologies
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines
• Physical ability to perform required duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods
• Willingness to comply with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures
• Attends required staff meetings and maintains required certifications and competencies

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy)

Experience

• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred
• Previous perioperative or surgical services experience strongly preferred