What are the responsibilities and job description for the Perioperative Nursing Specialist position at Shasta Regional Medical Center?
Overview: Shasta Regional Medical Center, a 226-bed acute care facility in Northern California, offers a comprehensive range of services. Our hospital is recognized for excellence in cardiovascular care and has earned top ratings for patient safety. We strive to provide exceptional care with compassion and respect for every patient and their family.
• Coordinate care with the surgical team to ensure cohesive patient management
• Provide leadership and guidance to OR staff, upholding the highest standards of professional nursing practice
• Engage in interdepartmental collaboration to enhance patient flow and continuum of care
• Ensure strict adherence to regulations, standards, and hospital policies
• Participate in Performance Improvement initiatives and unit meetings
The Registered Nurse (RN) plays a vital role in the peri-operative environment, ensuring seamless patient management and high-quality care. This position requires strong leadership skills, effective communication, and a commitment to regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities:• Coordinate care with the surgical team to ensure cohesive patient management
• Provide leadership and guidance to OR staff, upholding the highest standards of professional nursing practice
• Engage in interdepartmental collaboration to enhance patient flow and continuum of care
• Ensure strict adherence to regulations, standards, and hospital policies
• Participate in Performance Improvement initiatives and unit meetings
Qualifications:
- Current and valid state RN License
- BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
- ACLS (AHA) certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current
- PALS (AHA) certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current
- Minimum of one year previous Perioperative experience or on-the-job training
