RN - OR - Registered Nurse - Highlands Operating Room - 0830-2100 (764)
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Description
To utilize the nursing process to provide care and/or counsel individuals in the operative setting with regard to the promotion and maintenance of health and the prevention of illness and injury. Using a systematic critical-thinking approach to guide data gathering, assessment, nursing judgment, intervention and evaluation of human responses to actual and potential health problems through activities such as health teaching, health counseling and the provision of surgical care supportive and restorative of life and supportive of a peaceful death. To identify patient needs before, during and after surgery using the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Synergy Model. To delegate, coordinate and manage all aspects of nursing care provided to the patient in the operative setting, their family and our community in a timely and cost-effective manner. To deliver patient care in collaboration with the patient, their family and all members of the health care team and with the knowledge of a licensed physician, psychologist, podiatrist, and/or dentist.
Pay Range: $32.13 - $49.92 / Hour