RN-PACU/Circulator (Full Time)

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  BLS and ACLS (required)

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  PALS (preferred)

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  CNOR and/or CPAN/CAPA certification (preferred but not required)

• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in PACU, OR, critical care, or emergency nursing

• New graduates considered if enrolled in a perioperative training program

• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills in fast-paced environments

• Proficient in sterile technique, patient positioning, and perioperative safety standards

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

• Competent with EMR systems and medical equipment (e.g., monitors, infusion pumps, ventilators)

• Ability to adapt to changing situations and respond effectively in emergencies

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods

• Lift, move, and position patients and equipment (up to 50 lbs)

• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, radiation, and surgical chemicals

• Must wear PPE including surgical masks, lead aprons, and protective eyewear as appropriate

• Patient advocacy and safety

• Collaboration and interdisciplinary communication

• Quality improvement and regulatory compliance

• Cultural competence and ethical care

• Lifelong learning and professional development

Equal Opportunity Employer
NCH and AVH are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.

Please Note: All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. This orientation provides essential training, compliance information, and an introduction to our organizational culture to ensure a smooth and successful transition into your role. Attendance on all three days is required for onboarding completion.