RN SURGERY, Full-time Days

***$15,000 Hiring Bonus!***

Memorial Community Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Surgery RN to join our interdisciplinary team. The Surgery RN is responsible for providing comprehensive perioperative care, coordinating patient support, and performing nursing functions as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act. This role involves working with patients across all age groups, from newborns to the elderly, and adapting to a flexible department schedule to meet patient care needs.

Our Mission is to partner with our community to heal, nurture and promote wellness.  
Our Vision is to be the first choice and the community leader in healthcare. 
Our Values are Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Excellence and Teamwork.

Job Summary:

• Shift Details: Monday-Friday, plus call rotation.
• Perform admission assessments, develop care plans, and complete informed consent in the preoperative setting.
• Utilize SBAR communication during patient handoff and adhere to Surgical Care Improvement Project measures.
• Assess patient and family learning needs preoperatively and ensure understanding of procedures, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Provide care for patients of all ages and follow appropriate procedures for changes in patient condition.
• Administer medications in line with the six rights of medication administration, adhering to narcotic control procedures.
• Advocate for patient safety in the operating room by maintaining aseptic and sterile techniques.
• Anticipate intraoperative needs of the provider and team, assist anesthesia, and participate in OR turnover.
• Provide care in the post-anesthesia care unit, completing comprehensive patient assessments through discharge.
• Demonstrate flexibility in completing both scheduled and emergent procedures, taking an equal share of on-call duties.
• Maintain open communication with the RN Manager and contribute to the hospital's mission, vision, and values.

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current RN licensure in the state of Nebraska or Iowa
• Current BLS certification (required)
• ACLS certification (required within 60 days of hire)
• PALS certification (required within 90 days of hire)
• NRP certification (required within 6 months of hire)
• Preferred: 2 years of Operating Room experience

Benefits Package:

• Hiring Bonus (see Recruiter for details)
• Competitive compensation and benefit package
• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance at competitive rates
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided by MCH
• Short and long-term disability coverage provided by MCH
• 401(k) and Roth Retirement Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer: Memorial Community Hospital & Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.