Job Summary
The OR Registered Nurse is responsible for the nursing activities related to care of the patient experiencing a surgical procedure. The staff member can expect to care for adult patients, including the young adult through geriatric, and pediatric patients from 6 month through adolescence. Our scope of service includes urology, orthopedics, podiatry, ENT, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, plastic and general surgery.
Responsibilities
- Addresses the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural and spiritual needs/responses of the patient.
- Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks and flexibility as job priorities change.
- Demonstrates a positive can do attitude.
- Work is accurate and complete.
- Demonstrates knowledge and follows AORN standards.
- Functions as a team member.
- Completes initial and annual competencies as required.
- Maintains licenses and certifications.
- Adheres to dress code, attendance punctuality, meal break and rest periods.
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
- Attends required department meetings.
- Assumes responsibility for continuing education requirements.
- No nights, weekends, evenings or holidays or on call.
Required Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
- O.R. experience is not required. Candidate must be willing to complete a comprehensive training program according to AORN and USPI standards.
- Current Pennsylvania license as a Registered Nurse.
- Current CPR and ACLS.
- Possess the ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities.
- Possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, families, physicians, and employees.
- Knowledgeable of policies and procedures specific to operating room nurse.