RN Resident - Registered Nurse (Level 1-3) - Surgical Specialty/SICU - Days and Nights Available

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses for their Surgical Specialty unit. This role offers a unique opportunity for novice nurses to gain invaluable experience while working under the guidance of seasoned professionals. With shifts available for both days and nights, you will be part of a supportive team that prioritizes patient care and professional growth. The Nurse Residency Program at this organization is designed to help you transition smoothly from student to professional practice, providing mentorship and structured learning opportunities. If you're passionate about nursing and eager to develop your skills in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

PTO

401(k)

Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Current RN license required to practice in Oklahoma.
• 0-3 years of experience preferred for RN I position.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care under supervision.
• Document patient responses and administer medications as prescribed.
• Foster an inclusive workforce and maintain professional standards.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Life Support

Communication Skills

Nursing Theory

Conflict Management

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Position Title: RN Resident - Registered Nurse (Level 1-3) - Surgical Specialty/SICU - Days and Nights Available Department: Post Surgical Unit Job Description: *Registered Nurse positions are available at levels I, II, or III, depending on experience and education. *
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Location: South Tower

Shift Available: Full - Time, 7A-7P and 7P-7A

Begin your nursing journey in OU Health’s Surgical line in our Surgical Specialty unit with the trajectory to transfer to the SICU after completing the RN Residency year! We encourage starting in Surgical Specialty to increase your knowledge of the surgical-specific population while providing you the opportunity to progress to ICU level care. You will become confident as a nurse by learning from the team and attending the same education provided to the SICU nurses. This is an amazing opportunity to experience all parts of Surgical nursing care and grow with OU Health!

Less than one (1) year of experience is preferred for this position.

The OU Health Nurse Residency Program provides the graduate nurse with resources and rich experiences that will serve as a strong foundation for a successful nursing career. OU Health nurse residents receive guidance and support from a primary preceptor and clinical education specialist to successfully bridge the transition from student to professional practice. The program features ongoing structured learning opportunities for residents, a strong social support network, mentoring and preparation to obtain national certification in their chosen specialty area. Candidates must have a current RN license or compact RN license to practice in Oklahoma prior to beginning the program and have less than one year of RN clinical experience to be eligible to enroll in our Nurse Residency Program.

General Description: An OU Health Registered Nurse (RN) I works under general supervision, providing the highest quality of care to patients in a hospital setting with health problems ranging from simple to complex. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting Patients.First, pursuing Relentless.Excellence, showing Integrity, seeking Inclusion for all staff and patients, always Learning, and valuing Teamwork.

RN I represents the nurse who is a novice or an advanced beginner advancing to competent. While advancing from novice to competent, the nurse relies on rules rather than principles which are independent of specific situations. The advanced beginner may have enough real experience to begin to formulate principles.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains nursing professional practice standards.
2. Assumes responsibility for an assigned patient or group of patients.
3. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, noting all changes in physician order on assigned patients.
4. Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.
5. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients, and intervenes when necessary.
6. Administers medication as prescribed.
7. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
8. Delivers patient care safely and competently.
9. Resolves patient complaints in a timely manner in accordance with policy and in collaboration with support staff.
10. Informs patient and family of hospital procedures and shares care plan during the time of care and at the time of discharge.
11. Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
12. Fosters a growth mindset through seeking mentorship, remaining open to coaching and feedback, and maintaining professional certification(s)/licensure in order to perpetually develop and uphold the skills required for proficiency within the nursing profession.
13. Develops a professional career plan and establishes personal, performance goals in alignment with enterprise-wide metrics, frequently measuring progress with department leadership.
14. Fosters an inclusive workforce where individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve OU Health’s winning aspiration.
15. Delegates tasks to clinical support staff as needed.
16. Performs other duties as assigned.

*Minimum Qualifications (RN I):

Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Experience: 0-3 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse.

License/Certification/Registration:

• Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)).
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.

*Minimum Qualifications (RN II):

Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required.

License/Certification/Registration:

• Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)).
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.

*Minimum Qualifications (RN III):

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.
• Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required.

License/Certification/Registration:

• Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)).
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.
• Specialty certification(s) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

1. Knowledge of basic professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
2. Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
3. Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees.
4. Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
5. Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients.
6. Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.
7. Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
8. Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
9. Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
10. Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.

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