Job Description

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Colo-Rectal Surgery for a nursing job in Rochester, Minnesota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Colo-Rectal Surgery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

The Ambulatory Registered Nurse (RN) is a member of the Colon and Rectal Surgery team and works in collaboration with surgeons, residents, nurses, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistants and other team members to provide high quality patient care.  The RN will assist with preoperative and postoperative management of the adult surgical patient.  Practice is limited to the outpatient setting however collaboration occurs often with the NP/PA’s working in the hospital setting.  Provision of care includes but is not limited to; preoperative patient evaluation and counseling; assistance with minor exam room procedures, interaction with the electronic environment for test ordering and surgical listing, patient education pre and post- surgical, coordination of multidisciplinary care; telephone triage with incoming pre and post- operative patient calls; and overall patient management as directed by the supervising consultant.  The RN will be active in working in all subspecialties within the division during staff absences however will have a primary subspecialty focus.  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential of all candidates. The applicant must be dedicated to patient education and have strong critical thinking skills.   The RN must be very organized, able to multi-task, and be self-driven. 

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role. 

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Student or graduate of an accredited, or those in the candidacy process, associate, or diploma nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA, at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting is required.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.

Additional Qualifications:
Must have a least ONE YEAR RN experience. Colorectal or surgical experience preferred. Prefer experience in both acute and outpatient settings. BSN preferred. 

Internal applicants should submit their three most recent performance appraisals.

Must obtain prior to start date: 
Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date – acceptable BLS certificates are American Heart Association: “BLS Provider” or American Red Cross: “Basic Life Support” or “CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers”.

 

Mayo Clinic Health System Job ID #362136. Posted job title: Registered Nurse – Ambulatory Colorectal Surgery Service - RN

About Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider by  U.S. News & World Report (2024-2025) . Our multi-disciplinary group practice focuses on providing high quality, compassionate medical care. We are the largest integrated, not-for-profit medical group practice in the world with over 70,000 employees working in a unique environment that brings together the best in patient care, groundbreaking research and innovative medical education. We offer a highly competitive compensation package, exceptional benefits including medical, dental, paid time off. At Mayo Clinic, you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career! 

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Health savings account
• Dental benefits
• Health Care FSA
• Vision benefits
• 403b retirement plan

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