RN Surgical Svcs

Wesley Healthcare; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

401(k) Plan with a match

Tuition assistance and student loan support

Paid time off and family leave

Free counseling services

Job summary

Wesley Healthcare in Wichita, Kansas is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide patient care in the surgical department. You will evaluate patients before surgery, ensure their preparation, and participate in surgical procedures while following strict protocols.

The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, wellbeing support, retirement resources, and education assistance. Join us to make a difference in patient care!

Qualifications

• Obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of employment.
• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Possess a Registered Nurse Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients prior to surgery.
• Provide education to patients and families about procedures.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including necessary therapies.
• Participate in surgical protocols according to hospital policy.
• Respond to patient emergencies.
• Manage evidence-based practices in patient care.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

Job description

Job Summary And Qualifications

Position Details:

• Self/preferential scheduling posted four weeks in advance for predictability in your schedule.
• Culture of mutual respect and collaboration among all surgical staff.
• Continuous investment in equipment including surgical instruments, devices and patient positioning to support patient safety and workflow efficiency in the Operating Room.
• Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care and surgical workflow improvement.
• On‑call is required during select non‑business hours.

What you will do in this role

• Evaluate patients prior to surgery.
• Provide patient and family education surrounding the procedure and peri‑operative process.
• Assume responsibility for patient preparation, including intravenous therapy, preoperative medications, and surgical site verification.
• Participate in surgical site verification, including briefing, time out, debriefing, and universal protocols, according to hospital policy.
• Recognize and respond to patient emergencies.
• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while managing evidence‑based practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team – consisting of the provider(s), surgeons, surgical technologists and more.
• Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients.
• Assess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughly.
• Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment and follow‑up measures.

What qualifications you will need

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Registered Nurse (RN).
• Registered Nurse Diploma.

No Travel Required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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