About this role
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening:
Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500478 OR Surg Nursing/SMH Work Shift: UR - Rotating (United States of America) Range: UR URCD 210 H Compensation Range: $28.66 - $38.69 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
General Purpose: In an inpatient setting, remains accountable for provision of direct care to assigned patients. Contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system. Works as a team member, anticipates patients' needs, and assists with providing complex patient care. Assumes responsibility of care for assigned patients under the direction of the co-assigned RN or MD. Participates in the plan of care, implements appropriate nursing interventions, and contributes to patient/family education through collection of data, interdisciplinary team collaboration, documentation and excellent communication.
FT positions available, D/E/N, 8/10/12 hour shifts, holidays and on call. The OR cares for a wide variety of patients. Specialties include orthopedics, general surgery, plastics and reconstructive surgery, urology, cardiac, neuro, vascular, transplant, GYN, ENT, thoracic, oral-maxillofacial, and trauma (level 1 trauma center). Using a multidisciplinary approach, the OR staff cares for patients of all ages. Provides technical knowledge in preparing instruments, equipment and supplies for surgical procedures and assists surgical team from the scrub position during an operation. Additional responsibilities include processing instruments and stocking the Operating Room. Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills, strong prioritization and organizational skills. Requires a LPN nursing degree from an accredited Nursing Program and an active New York State. OR experience preferred but not required. Requires a diploma from an accredited LPN Nursing Program and an active New York State LPN license in good standing.
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