Experienced Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room, Per Diem, Day Shifts, Job ID: 1664086
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Palmetto General Hospital
Hialeah, FL, US
Summary
Provides professional nursing care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients during surgical procedures. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to prepare equipment and assist physicians while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Job Description
Position Summary:
Delivers professional and technical nursing care to pediatric(>2 years), adolescent, adult and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures in collaboration with care directed by the medical staff. Nursing care delivered complies with the objectives and policies of the hospital. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation when delivering surgical nursing care. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards. Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the patient. Prepares equipment and assists physician during surgical procedures. Takes emergency call as assigned by the department head. Works assigned shifts but may be asked to work beyond the regular tour of duty as assigned by the department head or nursing supervisor.
Position Qualification:
Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card
One year Perioperative experience preferred
Excellent physical assessment and critical thinking skills
Positive affect, demonstrated leadership and time management skills
Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language
Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to assess/detect changes in human physiological conditions
Ability to perform effectively in a fast paced and stressful environment
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Current Florida RN License
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card
Must clear background and drug test required.
Palmetto General Hospital opened its doors in 1971 with just 50 beds. Today, our hospital serves more than 130,000 patients per year. From bariatrics to breast cancer imaging, we’ve received many designations for quality care. Although we appreciate these prestigious honors, we are most honored by the opportunity to serve you and your loved ones. We’re committed to finding new ways to improve and make our hospital the best place for patients, physicians and employees. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you, and we are here any time you need help.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Hialeah, FL
Palmetto General Hospital opened its doors in 1971 with just 50 beds. Today, our hospital serves more than 130,000 patients per year. From bariatrics to breast cancer imaging, we’ve received many designations for quality care. Although we appreciate these prestigious honors, we are most honored by the opportunity to serve you and your loved ones. We’re committed to finding new ways to improve and make our hospital the best place for patients, physicians and employees. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you, and we are here any time you need help.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Hialeah, FL
