Licensed Practical Nurse jobs at Harvard Street - 2158 jobs

We are seeking highly skilled, dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our team. PRN/RN nurses provide exceptional nursing care to patients across various units and departments within our healthcare facility. As a Registered Nurse in our surgery center, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care throughout their surgical journey. Key Responsibilities: • Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care plans for assigned patients based on their individual needs and requirements. • Administer medications, treatments, and therapies accurately and in a timely manner as ordered by physicians. • Monitor patients' vital signs and overall condition, reporting any significant changes to the appropriate medical staff. • Provide compassionate and patient-centered care, ensuring comfort, dignity and emotional support. • Educate patients and their families regarding their conditions, medications, and post-discharge care instructions. • Accurately document all nursing interventions, patient responses, and relevant information in electronic medical records. • Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated patient care. • Participate in continuing education and training programs to maintain and enhance nursing knowledge and skills. • Preoperative Care: Assess patients before surgery, review medical histories, and prepare them for the procedure, ensuring they understand the process. • Intraoperative Support: Assist the surgical team during procedures by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and ensuring a sterile environment. • Postoperative Care: Monitor patients in the recovery room, provide post-anesthesia care, and manage pain and discomfort. • Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on postoperative care instructions and recovery expectations. • Medication Management: Administer medications and intravenous fluids as prescribed and maintain accurate documentation. • Infection Control: Strictly adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a sterile environment in the operating room. • Collaboration: Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and support staff to ensure the smooth flow of surgical procedures. • Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to any medical emergencies that may arise during surgery or recovery. • Quality Assurance: Contribute to maintaining high standards of care and patient safety in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Qualifications: • Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. • Minimum of 1 year of recent nursing experience, preferably in an acute care setting. • Strong clinical skills and knowledge of nursing practices, procedures, and techniques. • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to interact effectively with patients, families, and colleagues. • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make sound clinical decisions. • Proficiency in using electronic medical record systems and other healthcare technology. • Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment. • Prior experience in a surgical center, operating room, or critical care setting is preferred. Physical Requirements: • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. • Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. We offer competitive compensation and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging healthcare environment. Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a positive impact on the lives of our patients.