Same-Day OR Nurse: Patient-Centered Surgical Care

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes. The role includes direct patient care, administration of medications, and participation in life-saving interventions as needed.

Responsibilities include assessments, documentation, collaboration, patient education, and adherence to standards and infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies and nursing process
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately
• Utilizes knowledge of development to provide age-appropriate care and education
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in CPR and code team activities
• Advocates for patient rights and needs in care planning and delivery
• Provides patient and family education on conditions and post-discharge care
• Maintains infection control protocols and monitors equipment for safety
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with policies and standards
• OR Services RN: pre, intra, and post-surgery care; scrubs in; monitor vitals and medications
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Infection control

Job description

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes. The role includes direct patient care, administration of medications, and participation in life-saving interventions as needed.

Responsibilities include assessments, documentation, collaboration, patient education, and adherence to standards and infection control protocols.