Same Day Surgery RN — Compassionate Patient Care

Newman Regional Health; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Assistance

PTO

KPERS Retirement

Identity Theft Protection

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flex Spending

Accident/Cancer Coverage

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Newman Regional Health in Emporia, KS, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Same Day Surgery department. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care across pediatric to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgical services, providing care before/after procedures, administering medications, and educating patients and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current RN license in Kansas.
• BLS certification, ACLS/PALS and dept-specific certs within established timeframes.
• Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patient care needs; effective communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for surgical and procedural services by completing assessments and reviewing medical histories.
• Provides direct patient care before and after procedures.
• Administers medications, treatments, and IV therapies per orders and policies.
• Monitors patient condition and responds to changes in status.
• Educates patients and families regarding procedures, recovery, and discharge.
• Documents assessments and interventions in the EMR.
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia, and care teams to coordinate care.

Skills

RN License KS

BLS Certification

ACLS/PALS

Clinical Assessment

Team Collaboration

Education

BSN or ASN required

Tools

EMR Proficiency

Clinical Equipment

Job description

Newman Regional Health in Emporia, KS, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Same Day Surgery department. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care across pediatric to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgical services, providing care before/after procedures, administering medications, and educating patients and families.