RN - Operating Room - Houston, TX

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Registered Nurse-Operating Room at varying levels (II,III,IV) . The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with increasing responsibilities at higher levels.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Registered Nurse-Operating Room II:
  
  • Demonstrate a proficiency in delivering high quality age specific patient care. Develop effective working relationships with all members of the ASC and Clinic
  • Communicates information effectively, appropriately, and with courtesy regarding patient conditions to those who require the information including, physicians, anesthesia, management, staff, patients, families, and visitors
  • Perform safe and competent operative nursing care according to the organization's policy & procedures. Perform safe and competent operating room nursing care according to the organization's policy & procedures & AORN (Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses) standards and or ASPAN (American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nursing) standards
• Registered Nurse-Operating Room III:
  • Same duties as Registered Nurse-Operating Room II
  • Perform safe and competent operating room nursing care according to the organization's policy & procedures & AORN (Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses) standards and or ASPAN (American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nursing) standards
  • Train and work in all service lines. Will be expected to train to scrub in one or more services. Will be responsible for precepting new employees and assuming the charge role when needed.Assists with education initiatives
  • Provides oversight of 1 service line
• Registered Nurse-Operating Room IV:
  • Same duties as Registered Nurse-Operating Room II/III
  • Provides oversight of 2 service lines
  • Promotes team knowledge by providing 2 in-services per year. Contributes to process improvement and quality by auditing/tracking key performance indicators

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
• Valid Texas RN license
• Basic Life Support certification through American Heart Association
• 2+ years of RN experience in an Operating Room
• Basic Computer Skills
• Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• For Registered Nurse- Operating Room III:
  • Have one of the following certifications: Certified Ambulatory Peri Anesthesia Nurse (CAPA), Tele-ICU Acute/Critical Care Nursing (CCRN-E) , Acute/Critical Care Knowledge Professional (CCRN-k) ,Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN) , Certified Ambulatory Surgery Nurse (CNAMB), Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) , Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN), or Ambulatory Care Nursing or Pain Management (RN-BC)
  • 5+ years of RN experience in an Operating Room
  • Support 2 or more service lines
• For Registered Nurse- Operating Room IV:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Have one of the following certifications: Certified Ambulatory Peri Anesthesia Nurse (CAPA), Tele-ICU Acute/Critical Care Nursing (CCRN-E) , Acute/Critical Care Knowledge Professional (CCRN-k) ,Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN) , Certified Ambulatory Surgery Nurse (CNAMB), Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) , Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN), or Ambulatory Care Nursing or Pain Management (RN-BC)
  • 7+ years of RN experience in an Operating Room
  • Support 2 or more service lines

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $34.23 to $61.15 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.