What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse, Surgery | PRN (As-Needed) position at Peterson Health?
Description
Who we are:
Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association.Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Shift Information
This position is PRN working as needed by the department.
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, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification
Operating Room (CNOR)
Preferred Experience
One year experience as a circulator in a hospital or outpatient surgery
Who we are:
Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association.Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Shift Information
This position is PRN working as needed by the department.
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, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification
Operating Room (CNOR)
Preferred Experience
One year experience as a circulator in a hospital or outpatient surgery