RN-Ambulatory Surgery

Company: SSM Health
Location: Shawnee
Posted on: January 22, 2023

Job Description:

It's more than a career, it's a callingOK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - ShawneeWorker Type:RegularJob Highlights:At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate employees like you. Our mission and values put the patient first and help you to feel valued while respecting teamwork and collaboration. As an RN, you will be a vital member of the care team for our patients, assessing and evaluating their condition, while providing compassion and comfort.Looking for an opportunity where patients come first and you are valued as a team member? Fill out our application today!Sign-on Bonus Available!**Sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available for you.Get paid daily doing the work you love in a way that fits your life. At SSM Health St Anthony, we believe you deserve the flexibility to work a schedule that fits your life and to get paid when you need it. That's why we're offering new flexible nursing options and a same day pay option.Consistent with our core value of respect and our commitment to providing a just and diverse work environment, SSM Health (SSM) maintains a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other legally-protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation and benefits.We recognize that each of us is unique, from different backgrounds, ages, cultures, orientations, life experiences, values, ideas, thoughts and with different points of view. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers an exceptional patient experience.Not ready to apply? Click here to fill out a quick interest form and a nurse recruiter will be in touch. https://www.applytracking.com/optin.aspx?c=JM%2bYYM49ORLDksM73Vp%2fnPXw7eTk%2fdBJJob Summary:Assesses, plans, coordinates, implements and evaluates nursing care for surgical patients.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accepts patient care assignments as directed. Communicates with clinical area team members appropriately. Correctly conducts all appropriate nursing aspects of patient assessment while using subjective and objective data.
• Communicates effectively with patients to assess their knowledge of surgical/invasive procedure(s) and expectations. Adheres to universal protocol.
• Involves patient/significant others in their plan of care, education, discharge planning, and prioritization of needs. Utilizes available teaching resources as appropriate, and identifies/refers patients/families as appropriate.
• Plans for patient care and/or intervenes by demonstrating basic nursing skills, observing and accurately documenting patient's response to nursing care, utilizing available teaching resources as appropriate, maintaining a safe environment.
• Evaluates care by conducting ongoing assessments to identify effectiveness of interventions, performing post-op calls following surgical procedures, and analyzing verbal responses from patient and family during hospitalization.
• Makes competent clinical decisions and displays the ability to know when to involve management or other team members. Assists in all areas of surgical services as needed.
• Provides information to the physician related to changes in the conditions of patients in a timely manner. Documents the care given to patients and their response to care in a timely manner.
• Correctly and efficiently administers medications, treatments, and nursing interventions as per hospital policy.
• Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to surgical nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patients age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION
  • Graduate of accredited school of nursingEXPERIENCE
    • No experience requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
      • Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
      • Constant standing and walking.
      • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
      • Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
      • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
      • Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
      • Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
      • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
      • Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
      • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
      • Occasional driving.
      • Rare crawling and running.Licenses / Certifications:Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Work Location or Compact Multi-State LicenseWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:4403000024 SurgeryScheduled Weekly Hours:40SSM Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex.Learn more here (http://https://resources.ssmhealth.com/nondiscriminationclause/non-discrimination-statement.pdf)

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