Mercy Health BSMH·Youngstown, Ohio
The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing patient care within the operating room and coordinating the needs of the surgical team. They conduct patient assessments, implement clinical interventions, and ensure a safe, therapeutic environment throughout the pre-op, intra-op, and post-op phases.
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Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room (OR) – St.
Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Job Summary: The Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by: Utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status Determining the priority of the patient’s problems and needs Implementing clinical nursing interventions to acute, critical patients that require intensive medical care Developing and performing patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes Ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment Essential Functions: Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessment Observes the surgery and surgical team from a broad perspective and assists the team to create and maintain a safe and comfortable environment for the patient Responsible for managing the nursing care of the patient within the OR and coordinating the needs of the surgical team with other care providers Provides pre-op, intra-op, and post-op care, including assessment and discharge instructions Other duties as assigned Education: Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Nursing Certifications: Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) BLS Basic Life Support, ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS and/or PALS may be required within 6 months based on specific surgical department requirements) CNOR Certified Perioperative Nurse (preferred, not required) SGNA Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (preferred, not required) Experience: Two years of RN experience in Critical Care Department (preferred, not required) Completion of OR internship program (preferred, not required) Training: Successful completion of Peri-op 101 (preferred, not required) As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters.
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Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
Candidates must hold a degree in Nursing and current state licensure as a Registered Nurse. Preferred qualifications include two years of critical care experience and certifications such as BLS, ACLS, or PALS.
Market context
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