What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse / RN OR position at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a variable shift, full time, Surgery (OR) Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.
Responsibilities
- The Circulating Nurse is responsible for coordinating and managing the multidisciplinary activities required to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing surgical intervention.
- Assess patient’s physical and psychological needs.
- Evaluate and implement appropriate measures to assure a safe recovery from anesthesia.
- The OR nurse serves as a patient advocate in the provision of care and is responsible for ensuring patient safety during intra-operative period and with recovery from anesthesia during immediate post op period and with transport to PACU
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
- Current Nursing License in the State of Kansas.
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
- Current ACLS certification
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Two years of experience