Registered Nurse Surgery

As the largest private employer of Registered Nurses in the country, we take pride in the trust placed in us by over 100,000 nurses. Our commitment is to ensure safe, high-quality care, allowing them to excel in their practice. This dedication is reflected in the fact that more than 80% of our hospitals achieve an A or B safety grade from Leapfrog, rank in the top 5% nationally for patient outcomes according to Health Grades, or are recognized as Magnet or Pathway to Excellence facilities. We invite you to join our team!

Position Highlights:

• Self-scheduling options available four weeks in advance, providing predictability in your work hours.
• A culture that fosters mutual respect and teamwork among all surgical personnel.
• Ongoing investment in state-of-the-art equipment, including surgical instruments and patient positioning tools, to enhance your performance and ensure patient safety in the Operating Room.
• Regular meetings with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your input is valued regarding patient care and surgical workflow enhancements.
• On-call duties required during specific non-business hours.

Your Responsibilities in This Role:

• Conduct evaluations of patients prior to surgical procedures.
• Provide education to patients and their families about the procedure and the peri-operative process.
• Take charge of patient preparation, which includes intravenous therapy, administering preoperative medications, and verifying the surgical site.
• Engage in surgical site verification processes, including briefings, time-outs, debriefings, and adherence to universal protocols as per hospital policy.
• Identify and respond to patient emergencies effectively.
• Deliver exceptional, patient-centered care while implementing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Be an essential part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team, collaborating with providers, surgeons, surgical technologists, and others.
• Utilize the nursing process, critical thinking, scientific judgment, technical skills, and leadership to independently provide safe nursing care.
• Assess patient conditions, monitor them throughout your shift, and meticulously document any changes along with the care provided.
• Educate patients and their families/caregivers about the patient's medical condition, treatment options, and follow-up care.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification must be obtained within 6 months of starting employment.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Associate Degree in Nursing is necessary.

• No travel is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience is required.
Benefits

Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, well-being, career growth, and retirement of our team members. The available plans and programs include:

• Extensive benefits covering medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellness support, including complimentary counseling and referral services.
• Time-off programs that encompass paid time off, paid family leave, and both short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Savings and retirement options, featuring a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (depending on years of service), an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and financial wellness counseling.
• Educational support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, scholarships for dependents, and a partnership with a nursing college.
• Additional benefits for family planning, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

“There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
Co-Founder

We are a 300+ bed full-service hospital located in El Paso, offering a wide range of services including emergency care with a Level III trauma center, cardiac care, women’s services, pediatric care, NICU, cancer care, and more. Our facility is a leading healthcare provider in the El Paso area.

We have been recognized multiple times as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute. In recent years, we have invested approximately $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Join an organization that utilizes its size to make a significant impact in the healthcare industry! Our Talent Acquisition team is currently reviewing applications for the Registered Nurse Surgery position. Submit your application today and contribute to the advancement of nursing practice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.