Weekend OR Nurse: Collaborative Perioperative Expert

Parkridge Medical Center; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Counseling services

Paid time off

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN, seeks an experienced OR Nurse (RN) to support weekend operating room coverage. The role involves evaluating patients pre-surgery, educating patients and families about procedures, and ensuring patient preparation and safety in line with best practices.

The position emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, adherence to universal protocols, and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced OR setting.

Qualifications

• BCLS certification required.
• RN with OR Circulating experience.
• Active RN license in good standing.
• Diploma or degree in nursing standard for the role.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients prior to surgery.
• Provide patient and family education about the procedure and peri-operative process.
• Prepare patient including IV therapy, preoperative meds, and site verification.
• Participate in surgical site verification and follow hospital protocol.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma

Job description

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN, seeks an experienced OR Nurse (RN) to support weekend operating room coverage. The role involves evaluating patients pre-surgery, educating patients and families about procedures, and ensuring patient preparation and safety in line with best practices.

The position emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, adherence to universal protocols, and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced OR setting.