Job Description:

OR, RN

Full-Time, First Shift

Operating Room I Lexington

$30,000 Sign on Bonus Available for Qualified Individuals

The Registered Nurse implements professional nursing practice centered on the patient as a whole person and the creation of a caring environment focused on healing and wellness. S/he honors patients’ mind, body and spirit by respecting human dignity and the uniqueness of each individual. Nursing practices are based on evidence and current research as well as hospital and department policies and procedures, regulatory standards and professional guidelines. Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking and creativity. Nursing excellence is promoted through helping relationships among nursing staff and across other disciplines. Must possess ability to supervise and delegate appropriate work to Patient Care Techs, Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Secretaries, and Students. The Registered Nurse is an exemplar for compassion, acceptance, respect and empathy honoring nursing as a distinct discipline and supporting an environment focused on healing and wellness. Operating Room Nurses provide care and support to patients before, during and after surgery.

Description:

Assessment of patients’ needs.Development of patient care plan/sProvision of direct care.Management of patient care delivery.Demonstrate of leadership skills.Support for quality care.Customer relations and healing environment.On call weekends/holidays by rotationIn-house coverage on holidays by rotation

Requirements:

Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky. Bachelor's or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university. Applicants with an associate degree in nursing and less than 10 years of experience must enroll within 12 months of hire in a bachelor’s degree program and must have achieved the degree within 5 years. ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.

Benefits:

Tuition Assistance reimbursement programCompany paid Maternity and Paternity leaveBereavement Leave (includes pets)PTO Sell Back ProgramCompassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.