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　　Mary Immaculate Hospital - Newport News, VA

　　Full Time/40 Hours Per Week/Day Shift

　　Sign On Bonus up to $20,000 (depending on RN experience)

　　About Us

　　As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

　　Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room (OR) – Mary Immaculate 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 NursingCertifications:

　　Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

　　Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

　　ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred, not required)

　　PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred, not required)

　　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)Working Conditions

　　Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

　　May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

　　May be required to use physical restraints

　　May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

　　May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*

　　May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*

　　May have periods of constant interruptions

　　Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

　　Physical Requirements

　　Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.): 34-66%

　　Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%

　　Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%

　　Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%

　　Stoop/Kneel 1-33%

　　Crawling 1-33%

　　Climbing 1-33%

　　Balance 1-33%

　　Bending 34-66%

　　Sitting 34-66%

　　Walking 34-66%

　　Standing 34-66%

　　Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

　　Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

　　Perform shift work

　　Maneuver weight of patients

　　Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

　　Reach above shoulder

　　Repetitive arm/hand movements

　　Finger Dexterity

　　Color Vision

　　Acuity - far

　　Acuity - near

　　Depth perception

　　Use of latex products

　　Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

　　Exposure to moving mechanical parts

　　Exposure to dust/fumes

　　Exposure to potential electrical shock

　　Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

　　Exposure to high pitched noises

　　Gaseous risk exposure

　　Patient Population

　　Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

　　Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

　　Neonates (0-4 weeks)

　　Infant (1-12 months)

　　Pediatrics (1-12 years)

　　Adolescents (13-17 years)

　　Adults (18-64 years)

　　Geriatrics (65 years and older)

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to 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 [email protected] . 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 [email protected]