Registered NurseOutpatient Surgery
Full-Time|1stShift
BHCOR-Surgical ServicesICorbin, KY
OSC consists of Preop unit with 6 bays, intra op, phase 2 recovery has 4 bays, isolation room has 2 bays, they get the patients ready for endoscopy procedures, perform the procedure,recoverythe patient, and discharge the patients from that area.
Provides comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing outpatient surgical and procedural services.Responsibilities include preoperative assessment and preparation, intraoperative circulating nurse duties,post anesthesiarecovery care, and discharge planning and education. The RNutilizescritical thinking, clinicaljudgment, and evidence-based practice to coordinate safe, efficient, and patient-centered care throughout theperioperativecontinuum. The RN collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, surgical staff, patients, andfamilies to ensureoptimalpatient outcomes whilemaintainingcompliance with organizational policies,professional standards, and regulatory requirements. The RN serves as a patient advocate, promotes a cultureof safety and quality, anddemonstratesaccountability for ongoing professional development and excellence inpatientcare.
Performs preoperative assessments, develops plans of care, provides patient education, coordinates discharge planning, and documents patient care.
Provides circulating, perioperative, and PACU nursing care while ensuring patient safety and quality outcomes.
Monitors patient status,responds to changes in condition, and manages emergencies using sound clinical judgment.
Collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, patient-centered care.
Serves as a patient advocate while promoting effective communication, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrates leadership through delegation, teamwork, mentoring, and professional development.
Maintains required licensure, certifications, competencies, and compliance with organizational policies and safety standards.
Requirements:
Associate Degree in Nursingrequired;Bachelor's Degreepreferred.
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit.
No experiencerequired; perioperative, critical care, or emergency department experience preferred.
Post-Hire RequirementsBLS (American Heart Association) within 30 days; Glucometer Training upon hire; Aegis Training asrequired
Benefits
Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
PTO Sell Back Program
Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
Retirement with Company Match

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