What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Registered Nurse - Operating Room - Periop 101 position at Bon Secours?
- Mary Immaculate Hospital - Newport News, VA
- Full-Time (40 Hours a Week)/Days
- Sign on bonus of $20,000 (with 1 year of RN experience) or up to $8,500 for new graduate RNs
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.
About Mary Immaculate Hospital
Mary Immaculate Hospital (MIH) opened its doors in 1952 to provide exceptional medical care to the Hampton Roads Peninsula community. Since then, our mission has evolved and grown, but we remain committed to providing the highest quality care through innovative procedures delivered by our highly-skilled and compassionate health care professionals.
With 123 beds, MIH attained a 5-star CMS designation (less than 4% of hospitals in the country achieve this) and was awarded a Patient Safety Grade “A” Designation from The Leapfrog Group. As an ANCC Magnet™ designated facility, MIH is committed to an environment where nurses can flourish. A Joint Commission Certified Joint Center & Stroke Center, MIH is also home to an award-winning orthopedic program and has earned Blue Distinction in Bariatrics as a Center of Excellence. We have a Workplace Violence Committee dedicated to keeping our facility, its staff, and our patients safe at all times, internal mobility structure, and lots of employee engagement activities (campus picnics, Easter egg hunts, pumpkin carving contests, etc.)
PERIOP 101 OPPORTUNITY!
If you are considering a career change and have an interest in working for a World Class Operating Room, Mary Immaculate Hospital is looking for you.
We are currently looking to hire Registered Nurses to work full time, preferably with a minimum of one year Medical/Surgical experience or equivalent in an acute care hospital setting, to be part of our award winning team.
Our Perioperative team will be utilizing the Perioperative 101 core curriculum course, developed by the (AORN) Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses, one of the largest nursing organizations in the world, to teach this class. The course is nationally recognized as the “gold standard” in preparing Registered Nurses to the surgical theater. This curriculum delivers standardized evidence-based education embracing AORN‟s Perioperative Standards and Recommended Practices.
If you are interested in a fast-paced environment, challenged by continuing advancements in technology, and are driven to promote patient safety, then you are a candidate for an operating room nurse. We are looking for qualified applicants to join a group of highly motivated professional nurses, who will guide you through basic sterile technique to robotic-assisted surgery.
Join us and become an integral member of a team-oriented environment, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room (OR) – Periop 101 - 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 Nursing
Certifications:
- 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)
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 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
