Surgery Registered Nurse

Wabash General Hospital; Mount Carmel (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Wabash General Hospital is seeking a Surgical RN to provide comprehensive perioperative care across Central Supply, Recovery, and Surgery areas. You will assess patients, develop care plans, and educate them preoperatively and at discharge.

The role includes airway management, managing lines and tubes, and handling blood products with a focus on patient safety and quality improvement. The position requires Illinois RN licensure, CPR/ACLS, and flexibility to work three 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Licensed and current Illinois RN registration.
• Current CPR and ACLS certification.
• Clinical experience preferred but not required.
• Strong nursing assessment and perioperative skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients using the nursing process across all ages.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate preoperatively and discharge instructions postoperatively.
• Manage airway, chest drainage, catheters, IVs, central lines, and blood products.
• Utilize and monitor OR and related surgical equipment; participate in QA.
• Update charts, review tests, and assist in narcotic counts.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Airway management

IV administration

Postoperative care

CPR/ACLS

Narcotic handling

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse - IL license

Tools

OR Equipment

Job description

Description

The Surgical RN has responsibilities to perform duties in all areas of the unit: Central Supply, Recovery Room, Major and Minor surgery areas, as well as Same Day Surgery. Using the nursing process, each patient is assessed, and a plan of care developed and implemented for patients of all ages, including infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. Also acts as educator preoperatively when discussing case with patient and postoperatively when giving discharge instructions. The Surgery RN is responsible for management of airway (O2, ET tube and suctioning techniques), chest drainage tubes, catheters (urethral, suprapubic, and 3-way irrigation), IV lines, central lines, administration of blood and blood products, and suction equipment. Other knowledge includes monitoring laparoscopic, orthopedic, arthroscopic, and general surgical equipment. The OR nurse participates in Quality Improvement, Quality Control, narcotic counts, submission of daily charges and statistics, updates chart, reviews test results and understands significance.

Job Details

Schedule

Three 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed and current registration as a professional nurse in the State of Illinois.
• Current CPR and ACLS Certification.
• Clinical experience preferred but not required.
• Good working knowledge of the nursing process and strong nursing practice skills including physical assessment skills.
• Proof of current coronary care or intensive care training.
• May be required to work any day of the week including holidays and weekends.
• Great deal of walking, lifting, stooping, bending and pushing.

Benefits Summary

• Health Insurance
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
  • Free internal prescription program
  • Employer contributions to premiums.
• Retirement Plans
  • 457(b) plan with employer matching.
  • 401(a) plan for employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service
  • Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days.
  • Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules
• Other Benefits
  • Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
• Additional Perks
  • Wellness programs
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses

About Us

At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, “people you know, helping people you love,” we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion. We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. While we are honored to have received numerous awards recognizing our efforts to be the best, what truly sets us apart is the personalized experience we provide to our patients and their families. Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.