Registered Nurse, Surgery | PRN (As-Needed) All Nursing Professionals Ambulatory Surgery

DESCRIPTION

Who we are: Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization located in Kerrville, Texas, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Recognized as one of the nation's Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals and the only Texas hospital to earn this distinction, Peterson is also Magnet® designated for nursing excellence and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years. Together, these achievements reflect our commitment to exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care and a culture where team members thrive.

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