About The Role

DescriptionPosition Overview

The Surgical Services RN provides comprehensive nursing care throughout the preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative/recovery phases of care. This role supports the operating room, PACU, same-day surgery, and specialty clinic functions while working closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, adaptable nurse who can thrive in a small rural hospital environment and is committed to patient safety, quality improvement, and excellent patient and family experiences.

Schedule

Full-time

Variable shifts
Occasional weekend coverage

Key Responsibilities

Provide safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care to surgical patients.
Assess patients, administer treatments and medications, provide education, and assist with discharge planning and follow-up.
Support patients throughout preoperative, intraoperative, and recovery phases of care.
Promote patient safety, infection prevention, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
Protect patient privacy, rights, and confidential health information.
Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, physicians, and other departments.
Supervise and support assigned patient care technicians and other team members.
Monitor surgical activities and anticipate patient care needs during routine and emergency situations.
Respond quickly and appropriately to changing patient conditions.
Assist with transfers to higher levels of care when necessary.
Help maintain appropriate inventory of surgical supplies and medications in coordination with central supply and pharmacy.
Monitor supply and service utilization while supporting responsible departmental resource management.
Ensure appropriate documentation, charge capture, and electronic health record use.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, committees, training, meetings, and professional development activities.
Assist with staff scheduling and respond to unexpected staffing needs to maintain safe patient care.
Participate in staff competency evaluations and annual requirements as applicable.
Address patient concerns and escalate significant issues or risks through the appropriate chain of command.
Complete occurrence reports in accordance with risk management policies.
Monitor patient satisfaction and identify opportunities to improve the patient experience.
Follow hospital policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.
Maintain professional licensure and competency in accordance with applicable Michigan requirements.
Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership and assist other departments when needed.

QualificationsQualifications & Skills

Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Michigan.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively and lead by example.
Ability to adapt to the unique needs and challenges of a rural hospital setting.
Strong understanding of surgical services, patient flow, and perioperative care.
Ability to effectively communicate with anesthesia providers, physicians, and multidisciplinary team members.
Commitment to evidence-based nursing practice and continuous quality improvement.
Ability to identify opportunities to improve processes and streamline patient care.
Knowledge of quality improvement and research methodologies.
Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation.
Ability to prioritize resources based on patient needs and changing surgical schedules.
Commitment to maintaining professional competency through continuing education and training.
Ability to establish a positive, respectful, and accountable team environment.
Dependability, punctuality, professionalism, and a positive attitude.