What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN OR HSS position at Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH?
- DEPARTMENT: 26310 - HSS2 Operating Room
- LOCATION: 1665 Medical Blvd, Naples, FL, 34110
- WORK TYPE: Per Diem
- WORK SCHEDULE: 10 Hour Day
At Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) at Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH), we don’t settle for ordinary—we redefine what’s possible in healthcare. Ranked the #1 orthopedic hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 15 consecutive years, and the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world by Newsweek, HSS has partnered with NCH to bring that world-class legacy home to Naples. We’ve built a state-of-the-art facility where cutting-edge surgical innovation, advanced rehabilitation, and pioneering research all come together to offer patients world-class excellence in care. Learn more at HSSatNCH.org , HSS.edu , and NCHMD.org .
At HSS at NCH, we foster a vibrant, high-performing culture that empowers people to thrive as themselves. Our team is made up of some of the brightest minds in the field, driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation and a shared commitment to pushing boundaries in healthcare. Together, we’re not just treating patients—we’re delivering outcomes that transform lives.
Why Join Us?
Joining HSS at NCH means more than taking a job—it’s an invitation to contribute to something greater. You’ll collaborate with leading experts in a dynamic environment that challenges you to be your best, alongside the best. Here, you’ll become part of a future that’s as groundbreaking as our beginning—and that’s something to be passionate about. At HSS at NCH, you’ll find a career that fosters your growth and empowers people to move better, live healthier, and make a lasting impact .
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse Operating Room HSS independently plans, implements, and evaluated nursing care in patient care situations using standards of care and policy and procedure. Provides direct nursing care to patients. Assumes teaching and leadership responsibilities. Participates in unit committee and quality improvement activities. Needs minimal supervision.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
– Other duties may be assigned.
- Is able to locate and document medical and nursing patient care information in the electronic or paper medical record.
- Utilizes appropriate interview techniques to obtain history within the time frame of unit policy and provides appropriate intervention.
- Identifies standards of care common to patient population, i.e. age specific, barriers to learning.
- Delivers patient care and treatment using problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosages for patient population served. Administers medication safely and accurately, and utilizes available resources when questions arise.
- Evaluates outcomes of care to determine if patient needs were met.
- Chart forms are completed fully; no blanks left and are legible.
- Provides feedback regarding problems and complaints, and offers constructive suggestions. Uses chain-of-command for problem-solving and conflict resolution.
- Completes care assignments in a reasonable amount of time.
- Reports to oncoming shift the care that should be provided and/or needs that have yet to be addressed.
- Follows hospital standards related to Kronos system.
- Accepts responsibility for own learning needs. Attends courses and in-services offered. Maintains clinical skills specifically required on unit. Maintains knowledge of current policies.
- Attentive to assignment activities and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and team members.
- Serves as a preceptor for new employees, coworkers and students and evaluates their performance by validating clinical and technical skills and interpersonal interactions.
- Maintains communication with patient family/significant other as patient progresses through continuum of care.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Florida.
- One year of recent OR experience is required; Orthopedic experience preferred.
- Certification in specialty is strongly preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Strong patient centered approach with a demonstrated ability to provide exemplary, world-class customer service.
- Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.