RN - Operating Room - Neuro Surgery

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Full time Travel RN positions requested for St. Joes Main OR AA. 4 10 hour shifts. No on call required but would be appreciated if possible. Circulating required, scrubbing optional. Will be working in both the Main OR and the Outpatient Surgery Center, Must be able to work/function with a "Team Approach" to patient care.

General Summary

The Neuro Surgery Team provides patient centered care within a fast-paced Level 1 Trauma Center.

The role will function in both scrub and circulating roles. Shifts involve on-call, and weekend/holiday rotation. When on call, the response time is 30 minutes.

All levels of nurses will be considered - both new grad and experienced are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Education: Graduation from accredited nursing program, New hires as of 1/1/12 must have a BSN degree or must agree in writing to obtain their BSN within the specified time frame.

Licensure: Requires current Michigan Nursing License

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of nursing theory, practice and age specific needs as demonstrated by successful completion of introductory orientation behaviors for Registered Nurse.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to initiate and maintain collegial relationships with coworkers and therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Critical thinking skills necessary to perform principal duties and responsibilities of job description.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when planning and performing professional nursing care.
• Ability to walk and stand continuously at least 90% of the time.
• Ability to move, lift and position patients

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.