Registered Nurse RN) Surgical Services HWH

Job description

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. Full Time M-F 1030-1900 University Health System Lubbock, Texas *Surgical Services at Health and Wellness Hospital will be closed on weekends and hospital observed holidays. -Our mission is to be a leader in providing quality patient care by promoting excellence and innovation in OR. We use a multi-disciplinary approach to nursing care The OR staff presently consists of a Nurse Director, Assistant Director, Coordinator/Charge Nurse, Registered Nurses that are practicing with a current Texas License, and CSTs working directly under the Vice President of Procedural Services. -The Department of Anesthesiology provides medical direction and coverage with a full time attending and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). -The OR has 4 rooms, 1 Cath lab and 1 IR suite. Nursing orientation for the OR uses AORNs Peri-Op 101 and takes up to 6 months, depending on previous experience. **Our nurses are trained in all aspects of the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases and work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and ancillary staff. Registered professional nurse who assesses, implements or delegates, plans, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in accordance with established philosophy, providing and directing patient care for a group of patients. Relates effectively with other shifts/departments for optimal continuity of care. Qualifications: -Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing -Valid Texas RN License/Eligible Compact License -Must maintain a current BLS, ACLS, & PALS certification from American Heart Association -Acute Care Experience Required -BSN required or must be obtained within 3 years of hire UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.​*