Since 1887, Crouse Health has been a leading healthcare provider in Central New York. We've combined a family-friendly culture with a passion to provide the best care, which creates an environment where both patients and team members feel valued. Crouse Health offers a full range of general and specialty care, inpatient and outpatient services, as well as community health education and outreach programs.

Crouse's PeriOperative Nurse Academy is unique to the area and offers a foundation for excellence and learning. This professional development initiative provides competitive pay with an in-depth orientation to the challenges and rewards of nursing practice in the PeriOperative arena. Progression through the program is expected to take nine to twelve months. Those accepted must agree to a two year commitment in the OR after completion of the program. Crouse Hospital is committed to providing extraordinary nursing care and fostering a dynamic work environment where all are valued, respected and provided the opportunity for personal and professional growth.

The Academy experience includes:

o PeriOp 101 (an online core curriculum developed by AORN)

o Hands-on training in our state-of-the-art simulation lab

o Specialty trained mentors and preceptors

o Newly developed service-specific clinical pathways

o Transition points that include celebration and recognition

o Ongoing feedback and evaluation

Schedule(s):

Full time, 8 hour shifts - 7:00am-3:30pm;
After competition of Academy: 7:00am-3:30pm; 11:00am-7:30pm; 3:00pm-11:30pm; 11:00pm-7:30am, with rotation of weekends, holidays and on-call

Pay Range: $39.00 - $50.00/hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) Position Responsibilities:

Provides professional judgment and knowledge of roles as it pertains to the Crouse Hospital Professional Nursing Practice Model.
Carries out duties and responsibilities per legal requirements under the Registered Nurse Scope of Practice, with emphasis on leading a culture of safe care.
Responsible for all activities requiring assessment, planning, diagnosing, evaluating, judgment, problem-solving, creating and implementing the plan of care.
Provides appropriate education to patients and families to promote health, facilitate rehabilitation and maintain wellness. Evaluates effectiveness and revises as appropriate.
Monitors and evaluates patient responses to treatment/plan of care during hospital stay.
Utilizes and engages in evidence-based practice to deliver quality patient care.
Demonstrates characteristics and skills that promote critical thinking in clinical problem-solving situations.

Registered Nurse (RN) Position Requirements:

Must have a current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Graduate from an accredited nursing degree program required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing preferred.
- For RNs licensed in or after 2017, completion of a Bachelor's of Nursing Degree will be required within 8 years of the date the license was obtained.
Certification in a specialty area preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Benefits Overview:

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and 401K.
Company paid life insurance.
Tuition Assistance and Workforce Development Opportunities.
Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program.

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