Circulating/PACU RN (Saint Peter)

Circulating/PACU RN * Location 1900 N SUNRISE DR, Saint Peter, MN, 56082, United States * Base Pay $38.22 - $58.37 / Hour * Job Category SURGICAL SERVICES * Employee Type Non-Exempt Description Position Summary: This position requires the RN to work effectively in the Operating Room in the circulating nurse role. The position also includes on-call hours for surgical emergencies. * Patient Care * Continuously assesses the patient's physiological and psychological status before, during and after surgery and recognizes abnormals. Documents in thorough, timely and accurate fashion that accurately reflects the cares provided. * Anticipates, interprets, and acts on patient data to prevent problems/complications. * Identifies priorities and implements care based on sound nursing judgment, individual patient needs, and facility procedure and standards. * Able to perform in crises or complex situations, promptly grasping situation and performing role. * Functions as a patient advocate by protecting the patient from harm during the perioperative period. * Recommends what changes are needed in policy and procedure to assure quality care. * Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patients in assigned areas, completing necessary forms and referrals. Assures that educational needs are met for all patients. * Anticipates and coordinates admission, transfer and discharge needs of patients to assure timely and smooth transition for patients. * Skills * Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic techniques, a familiarity with surgical instrumentation and equipment, and the principles of microbiology maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. * Performs nursing skills according to REHC policies and procedures using proper body mechanics and universal precautions. * Keeps current in nursing knowledge and attends educational offerings that enhance skills. * Performs the work of the department independently with elements of accuracy, control and efficiency. * Assists with preparing, processing and providing functioning supplies, equipment, and instruments to ensure their economic and efficient function for the patient and personnel. * Anticipates and provides supplies consistently in a timely fashion. Keeps assigned departments and areas supplied and neatly organized using systematic inventory and material control principles/works with Purchasing Department. * Assists with the research and evaluation of new equipment and supplies. * Contributes to the quality and safety efforts of the facility by providing honest and valuable input. * Collaboration * Works cooperatively with other departments and personnel to provide patient care continuity. * Seeks opportunities to help out other staff contributing to team work and spirit. * Assists with patient scheduling. * Promotes a working atmosphere conductive to learning. * Participates willingly in the orientation of staff and evaluating their readiness for independent functioning. * Work Habits * Adheres to the Bill of Rights, Vulnerability and Confidentiality policies. * Strives to receive no negative customer complaints. * Treats patients and all others with courtesy and respect. * Keeps self current and complies with Department of Health/Health and Human Services and Rules and Regulations, Fire Safety, OSHA and other regulations. * Participates in continuing ed programs and staff meetings directed toward personal and professional growth and development. * Contributes to the knowledge of staff by giving in-services and reporting on new developments in areas of job responsibility. * Does not abuse sick time and work break policies. Comes to work prepared to meet the daily needs of the patient and the work load. * Demonstrates flexibility on a daily basis to meet the demands of the changing environment. * Follows Policy and Procedure manual Requirements * Holds a current Minnesota license. * Certification Requirements: * Must be certified in American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) . Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 6 months of hire . * Must possess one of the following certifications at the time of hire: * American Heart Association (AHA) BLS * Red Cross CPR * A comparable certification with prior approval. * Employees will be enrolled in the RQI program and must complete quarterly training modules to obtain AHA BLS certification within the first 3 months of employment if not already certified through AHA. Summary We have a full-time (0.9, 72 hours per two weeks) position available in our Surgical Services department. Schedule is primarily M-F, with scheduled on-call hours. Benefits: Employees at Rivers Edge Hospital enjoy a traditional benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Other benefits include: * National Certification Bonus * PERA Public Retirement Association of Minnesota (https://mnpera.org/) ,, defined pension benefit plan, 457 Retirement plans * Employer paid parental leave * Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts * Employee referral bonus * Longevity Bonus * Voluntary accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity * Employer paid short term disability * Clothing Allowance * Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness * Free membership to LiveWell Fitness Center Compensation details: 38.22-58.37 Hourly Wage PI97954efd6df6-38003-41158808