Registered Nurse - Surgical Services: Surgical Communicator - RN

Location: Surgical Services –Rochester Methodist Campus

The Registered Nurse (RN) Communicator works closely with the surgical team to provide current communication and support to the family/significant other of patients undergoing a surgical intervention. The RN Communicator effectively and accurately, under the direction of the surgical team, transmits appropriate patient related information regarding the patient progress to the family/significant other from the operating room setting. The RN Communicator communicates with the patient's family/significant other to reinforce, educate, and explain information regarding the patient's surgical procedure, the surgical process, and other related information. The RN Communicator is responsible to help support the patient's family/significant other through varied stages of the grieving process. The RN Communicator acts as a liaison between Surgical Services and the Nursing Care Units, coordinating information related to the patient's surgical procedure to aid in a smooth transition of patient care across the continuum. 

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Holders of F1 status eligible for post-completion OPT are welcome to apply. This role is NOT eligible to participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Qualifications: 

• Graduate of a baccalaureate National League for Nursing (NLN) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited associates, bachelors or diploma nursing program. 
• Three years successful nursing experience in acute care, perioperative or surgical setting preferably within the last seven years. 
• Adapts to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
• Ability to collect, coordinate, prioritize, and disseminate patient information in an accurate and timely manner.
• Comprehensive understanding of Surgical Services processes and procedures preferred.
• Understanding of entire continuum of care across the organization.
• Demonstrated patient-centered and customer focused communication skills.
   

License and Certifications: 

• Current RN license by applicable state requirements. 
• Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

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