About this role
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Exeter Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a nationally recognized, non-profit community hospital that has been caring for the Seacoast region since 1896. With more than 1,400 employees and 370 affiliated physicians, Exeter Hospital provides comprehensive services across cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, breast health, maternity, and more—all supported by advanced technologies and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care.
At Exeter Hospital, you’ll find a close-knit, collaborative environment where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Job Description
Why Join Us
- Magnet®-recognized hospital known for nursing excellence and quality care
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans beginning on day 1 of employment
- Career growth and leadership development opportunities across Beth Israel Lahey Health
- Free onsite parking
- Strong sense of community and teamwork where your contributions are recognized
- State-of-the-art facilities and advanced technology to support exceptional care
- Located in scenic Exeter, New Hampshire—just minutes from the Seacoast, with easy access to Boston and Portland
Schedule
- Friday: 6:45 AM - 5:15 PM
- Saturday & Sunday: 48-hour call
- Full-time, salaried position (paid for 40)
- Candidates must be able to both scrub and circulate
About Surgical Services
Our Surgical Services Department includes four inpatient operating rooms and performs a broad range of procedures, including:
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- ENT
- Vascular surgery
- General and laparoscopic surgery
- Orthopedics
- Urology
- OB/GYN
Our highly skilled nursing team provides comprehensive perioperative care and demonstrates the clinical expertise necessary to both circulate and assist in surgical procedures across all specialties.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Registered Nurse provides high-quality, patient-centered nursing care within the surgical setting. The RN collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to assess patient needs, coordinate care plans, and ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care throughout the perioperative experience.
Major Responsibilities
Clinical Practice & Professional Standards
- Adhere to hospital policies, ANA standards of practice, and the Nursing Code of Ethics.
- Safely administer and document medications and IV therapies.
- Utilize clinical technology and electronic documentation systems effectively.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant patient documentation.
- Integrate organizational policies and evidence-based practice guidelines into patient care.
- Serve as a clinical resource and contribute to policy and procedure development.
Mentoring & Education
- Precept and support new employees.
- Foster an environment of critical thinking and professional growth.
- Provide formal educational presentations annually.
- Support the learning and development of peers and colleagues.
Delegation & Team Coordination
- Delegate responsibilities appropriately based on staff competence and licensure.
- Coordinate staffing assignments and monitor workload distribution.
- Evaluate effective utilization of resources during assigned shifts.
Assessment & Clinical Judgment
- Complete comprehensive patient assessments and histories.
- Perform ongoing assessments based on patient condition and clinical standards.
- Utilize evidence-based assessment techniques to guide care planning.
Prioritization & Organization
- Prioritize patient care needs and manage multiple demands effectively.
- Make independent and collaborative clinical decisions.
- Adapt quickly to changing patient conditions and unexpected situations.
- Recognize limitations and seek assistance when appropriate.
Care Planning & Implementation
- Ensure effective communication during patient handoffs.
- Anticipate and address patient care needs through individualized care planning.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes and discharge planning.
Evaluation
- Assess and modify care plans based on patient outcomes and feedback.
Patient & Family Education
- Identify educational needs and coordinate appropriate teaching opportunities.
- Document patient education and responses accurately.
- Develop educational materials and participate in community education initiatives.
Professional Growth
- Pursue ongoing education and specialty development.
- Seek opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and skills.
- Maintain specialty certifications and actively participate in professional organizations.
- Demonstrate flexibility by working across multiple specialty areas as needed.
Qualifications
Required
- Current RN license in New Hampshire or a compact state
- BCLS certification at hire or within 30 days of hire
- ACLS certification within one year of hire
- Minimum of one year of Operating Room nursing experience
Preferred
- BSN strongly preferred
- CNOR certification within 18 months of hire or when eligibility requirements are met
Join a team where clinical excellence, collaboration, and compassionate care come together every day. Apply today and take the next step in your perioperative nursing career at Exeter Hospital.
Pay Range
$35.00 - $63.15
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled