Specialty Nurse - Surgery
Specialty Nurse - Surgery
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UnityPoint Health
Specialty RN
Surgery Clinic - Penn Ave
Des Moines IA
Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
Full-time benefits
$5000 sign on bonus offered to external applicants
Why UnityPoint Health
At UnityPoint Health you matter. Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance paid holidays short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Specialty Nurse (Registered Nurse) to join our dynamic surgery clinic team in Des Moines IA. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in perioperative nursing offering compassionate care throughout the surgical processfrom preoperative assessments to postoperative recovery. This role is pivotal in ensuring optimal patient outcomes and maintaining a sterile efficient surgical environment.
Preoperative Care: Conduct thorough patient assessments review medical histories and provide education on surgical procedures and recovery expectations.
Intraoperative Support: Assist the surgical team by maintaining sterile techniques passing instruments and monitoring patient vitals during procedures.
Postoperative Monitoring: Oversee patient recovery manage pain and monitor for complications ensuring a safe transition from anesthesia.
Patient Education: Offer guidance to patients and families on postoperative care including wound care medication management and activity restrictions.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely patient records including surgical notes and postoperative evaluations.
Collaboration: Work closely with surgeons anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure seamless surgical operations.
Quality Assurance: Adhere to infection control protocols safety standards and regulatory requirements to uphold the clinics high-quality care standards.
Inventory Management: Monitor and manage surgical supplies and equipment ensuring availability and compliance with safety standards.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) acceptable.
Licensure: Current active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a surgical or perioperative nursing role; experience in an outpatient or ambulatory surgery center is advantageous.
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required; certification in perioperative nursing (CNOR) preferred.
Skills: Strong clinical assessment abilities excellent communication skills proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
