About this opportunity
ScionHealth lists this Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room (OR) - PRN opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare , a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse - Surgery (RN-Surgery) provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients within an acute care hospital setting. Utilizing the nursing process, the RN-Surgery assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes. This role supports surgical interventions across all age groups and ensures patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the perioperative process.
Essential Functions
Delivers patient-centered nursing care based on established standards of care and the nursing process
Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and in accordance with policy
Documents all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately
Monitors, evaluates, and communicates patient condition to healthcare team, patient, and family
Coordinates and collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care
Participates in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as needed
Educates patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care
Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients throughout the surgical experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Demonstrated critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills
Ability to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members
Competency in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologies
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines
Physical ability to perform required duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods
Willingness to comply with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures
Attends required staff meetings and maintains required certifications and competencies
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Licenses/Certifications
Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy)
Experience
Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred
Previous perioperative or surgical services experience strongly preferred
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Who can apply
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