Nursing Director (RN) Surgical Services - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Big Bend Regional Medical Center Alpine, TX, US

Nursing Director (RN) Surgical Services - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Big Bend Regional Medical Center is your community medical provider, serving the Big Bend region of Texas and its residents with emergency, laboratory, women’s and surgical services. We are your family, friends and neighbors, and we work with and for our community to provide quality healthcare that fits your life and lifestyle.

Position Details:
Full-Time Position
Monday - Friday
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus with an 24 Month Commitment
Relocation Assistance

Job Summary:

Maintain oversight of the daily operations of the surgical services department regarding staffing, performance improvement and scheduling
Ensure safe and effective nursing care to all patients utilizing care in the surgical services department
Perform duties for the surgical patient in accordance with the Nursing Standards of Care and AORN Standards and will implement and evaluate that care utilizing the Nursing Process
Organize and oversee the operating room during the surgical procedure by maintaining surgical records, assisting anesthesia as needed, keeping the patient’s family informed of the patient’s condition, assuring patient’s safety and comfort, assisting scrub team in maintaining sterile field, controlling and maintaining equipment and supplies
Will function as a member of the surgical team linking sterile and non-sterile fields
Assure the plan of care is carried out in a safe environment through performance and supervision of subordinate personnel
Responsible for the direction and supervision of the assigned personnel within their department

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Must have a RN license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas
Rural healthcare leadership experience preferred
The position requires intimate knowledge of both departmental and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of patient care
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Supportive work environment with a collaborative team.
Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
Retirement savings plan.
Paid time off and flexible scheduling options.
Student loan repayment program.

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