Registered Nurse-Surgery - 0.6 FTE

SCHEDULE FTE: .6The Surgery Department is looking for a motivated and efficient person to join out OR team. We are currently looking for a nurse with surgical background to fill a circulator role in the OR. Workdays are Monday - Friday with a rotating call schedule for nights, weekends and holidays. Duties include but are not limited to case preparation and management of the OR during procedures, preparation for the next workday, patient care in the PACU and occasionally in the outpatient setting. PRIMARY FUNCTIONSIn keeping with Chapter 6 of the Iowa Nursing Practice Act for Registered Nurses, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing and the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing, the professional nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing care at Waverly Health Center. The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, delegating, and coordinating nursing care based on the patients problem and needs, by initiating the nursing process in the everyday practice of nursing. Utilizes substantial specialized judgment and skill in providing direct and indirect patient care, observation, and counsel to patients and family, and accepts responsibility for the total nursing care of assigned patients. Communicates with providers, manager, and/or other healthcare team members about changes in patients clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Assists with the clinical development of other nursing department staff members by serving as both mentor and consultant. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation, Experience, and Training Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa. Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred. Surgical Assistant only: Must also maintain either the CNOR (certified nurse operating room) or RNFA (registered nurse first assist) certification. Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English. Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required. Physical Requirements Sitting Approximately 25% of shift. Standing Approximately 50% of shift. Walking Approximately 50% of shift. Lifting Approximately 35 pounds. Must use, and require staff to use, when in hospital and/or pre-hospital settings, proper body mechanics and ergonomics and, as applicable, lifting/moving devices. Twisting Infrequent. Bending Moderate. Squat/Kneel Approximately 25% of shift. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 140

Created: 2025-11-15