Registered Nurse (RN) Pre-Op/PAT New

Schedule: 8-hr days 

Your experience matters

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Primarily assists with the daily coordination of personnel and resources involving the Pre Admission Testing and Pre-op requirements for Surgery patients. Will help to fill in as needed with direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice, as needed. 

How you'll contribute

• Prepares patients (infants to geriatrics) for surgical procedures by conducting physical assessments, starting IV's when applicable, completing Pre-operative labs/consents and ensures H&P's are current according to organizational policies/procedures. 
• Responsible for conducting business and patient care activities consistent with the Center's policy for Patients Rights and Responsibilities without discriminating against the individual because of sex, age, race, or religion, or any other potentially discriminating factor. 
• Also, for the discrete and confidential handling of all patient information, whether written or spoken, and to be ever vigilant and sensitive to where and how any patient information is shared. 
• Identifies and works collaboratively to identify process improvements related to the pre operative services within the Surgical Services Department.
• Serves as a resource to staff and external contacts on issues related to pre-op care, patient flow and clinical standards, policies and procedures.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• Current state RN license 
• Graduate of a program in Nursing required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 60 days of hire 
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90-days of hire.

More about Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed acute care hospital that offers exceptional care to Elko county and the surrounding areas of northeastern Nevada. We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center and we believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people.  We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.

EEOC Statement

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran