RN Surgery FT Days

Under the indirect supervision of the Supervisor(s) of the unit, the Registered Nurse is expected to implement the nursing process (including use of nursing diagnosis), document nursing activities and intervention plan, as well as medication administered. The RN provides leadership and supervises the care, maintenance and activities of the surgical suite.  REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Nurse ManagerPOSITIONS SUPERVISED: Surgical Techs, Patient Care TechsCAREER PATH OPPORTUNITIES: Supervisor, ManagerPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Required Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.Preferred: Completion of or actively pursuing a BSN degree.EXPERIENCE: Required: One year of experience in operating room environment (unless in an internship program for the operating room.)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Demonstrates effective working knowledge of equipment used in work area. Demonstrates effective guest relations with internal and external customers. Demonstrates knowledge of Meditech and general computer skills. Maintains confidentiality regarding patient information. Participates in budget control by using only those supplies necessary within the work area. Demonstrate an understanding of HCA’s and St. David’s “Patient Firstâ€� safety initiatives through strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures. Works autonomously, sets priorities and makes decisions of a complex nature Accepts shift work and takes call as needed by the department. Works with patients ranging in life span from infants to geriatric.LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: Required: Licensed by the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners. Current certification as BLS Healthcare ProviderPreferred:  CNORPlease click on the following link to apply online: http://www.hirebridge.com/v3/application/Jobapplylogin.aspx?jid=69457&come=N Equal Opportunity Employer. St. David’s HealthCare 7800 Shoal Creek Blvd., Ste. 124-S Austin, TX 78757 512-544-0100  Click here to see all St. David’s HealthCare opportunities. Send this Job to a friend