Registered Nurse RN Surgical Services Main OR Full Time RN

Overview

We are hiring a Full Time RN working in the Main Operating Room of the Hospital

Call Required

Responsibilities

Description

Who we are:

Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization located in Kerrville, Texas, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Recognized as one of the nation's Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals and the only Texas hospital to earn this distinction, Peterson is also Magnet® designated for nursing excellence and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years. Together, these achievements reflect our commitment to exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care and a culture where team members thrive.

Shift Information:

The position is Full Time working in the Main OR of the hospital. Call required.

What we offer

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated

Employee Education Scholarships

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility

What you will do

Acts as patient advocate during the perioperative period by implementing a plan to protect them from injury, wrong site surgery, infection and retained instruments. Coordinates the patient’s care between providers and hospital staff. Supports the patient’s physical and emotional needs, while assisting the surgeon. Documents care provided accurately and completely, including interventions, equipment, and supplies.

Required Education:

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Preferred Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Required Skills:

Basic computer keyboard skills

Preferred Skills:

Meditech Proficiency

Required Licensure/Registration/Certification:

Texas license as a Registered Nurse. Certified in Basic Life Support, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification:

Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)

Preferred Experience:

One or more years circulating experience in a hospital Operating Room