Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Company: Bon Secours
Location: Newport News
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.Mary Immaculate Hospital - Newport News, VAFull Time/Day Shift/40 Hour Per WeekSign On Bonus up to $20,000 (depending on RN experience)Professional Nurse Advancement Program available!**Bon Secours Virginia believes strongly in the professional advancement of the clinical Registered Nurse. The professional role of the nurse not only includes clinical practice but also leadership, autonomy, education, research, consultation, and collaboration. The Professional Nurse Advancement Program (PNAP), based on Benners Novice to Expert Model (Benner, 1984), offers levels of practice through a clinical ladder that includes up to a 6% compensation increase based on eligibility requirements.About Bon SecoursAs a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.About Mary Immaculate HospitalIn 1952, Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital (MIH) opened its doors to provide exceptional medical care in the only faith-based hospital on the Peninsula. Since then, our mission has evolved and grown, but we have kept our focus on providing the highest quality care through innovative procedures delivered by highly skilled and caring health care professionals.The 125-bed hospital is also a 5-star CMS rated facility and was awarded a Patient Safety Grade A Designation from The Leapfrog Group. As an ANCC Magnet designated facility, MIH is committed to an environment where nurses can flourish. A Joint Commission Certified Joint Center & Stroke Center, MIH is also home to an award-winning orthopedic program and has earned Blue Distinction in Bariatrics as a Center of Excellence.Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room (OR) Mary Immaculate HospitalJob Summary:The Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by:Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient statusDetermining the priority of the patients problems and needsImplementing clinical nursing interventions to acute, critical patients that require intensive medical careDeveloping and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomesEnsuring a safe and therapeutic environmentEssential Functions:Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care teamConduct initial and ongoing patient assessmentObserves the surgery and surgical team from a broad perspective and assists the team to create and maintain a safe and comfortable environment for the patientResponsible for managing the nursing care of the patient within the OR and coordinating the needs of the surgical team with other care providersProvides pre-op, intra-op, and post-op care, including assessment and discharge instructionsOther duties as assignedEducation:Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in NursingCertifications:Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart AssociationACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred, not required)PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred, not required)CNOR Certified Perioperative Nurse (preferred, not required)SGNA Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (preferred, not required)Experience:Two years of RN experience in Critical Care Department (preferred, not required)Completion of OR internship program (preferred, not required)Training:Successful completion of Peri-op 101 (preferred, not required)Working Conditions:Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occurMay be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuseMay be required to use physical restraintsMay be exposed to high noise levels and bright lightsMay be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*May have periods of constant interruptions* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.comby Jobble

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