Registered Nurse, Surgery Prn

Skyline Health, located in White Salmon, WA has an opening for an experienced RN in our Surgery Department. This is a full-time position. Skyline offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and Paid-Time off.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Provides professional nursing, direct patient care in the pre-operative, operating and post-operative areas. Is in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Promotes a collaborative, intra-disciplinary approach towards patients, families, and all members of the health care team. The above statement is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

-Graduate from an accredited Nursing School Program
-Current license to practice in the State of Washington
-Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
-1 year surgical experience required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Supports hospital mission and strategic vision; manages hospital resources appropriately; complies with hospital policies and programs; maintains skill levels, licenses, and certifications; complies with all state and federal Compliance and HIPAA requirements; keeps lines of communication open between self and other hospital personnel; competent with computer programs; proper telephone etiquette and appropriate personal interaction; shows professional respect and courtesy to patients, families, physicians or colleagues; must be able to work well with others; excellent IV skills; accurate skills in documentation, organization, and communication.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Set up and prepare for admissions, recoveries, and post-op care.
2. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care needs in the pre-surgery/pre-procedure area.
3. Document patient care, in the EMR, according to established standards.
4. Provide post-operative/recovery care to patients until discharge.
5. Be able to float to all areas of surgical patient care:
a. Assist with moderate sedation, infusion services, and pain management
b. Prepare supplies for next day procedures/surgeries
c. Perform pre-op/pre-procedure calls, and provide accurate procedure information
d. Perform post op/post procedure calls e. Ensures own professional effectiveness
through education and professional development

Pay: $37.56 - $57.94 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Surgery

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person