Registered Nurse, Surgery | PRN (As-Needed)

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