Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)The Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing patient care based upon the nursing process; being effectively involved with maintaining the standard of care for assigned patients throughout the perioperative process through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The Registered Nurse shall oversee and guide employees that are under his/her supervision and collaborate with surgical team to strategize, implement, and evaluate care plans for each patient. The Registered Nurse is under the direction of the Director of Nursing, Clinical Manager or the ASC Administrator.Job responsibilities include:Conduct care with empathy at the heart of every interactionPerform initial pre-op assessment and formulates appropriate plan of care for a positive patient outcomeReviews patient Pre-Op Health History Assessments and co-signs assessment of pre-op LVNProvide competent care in circulating cases and efficiently providing equipment/supplies based on patients' needsEffectively maintains sterile field by practicing aseptic techniquesAccurately documents patient health recordsProvide high quality care while using resources efficientlyCommunicate appropriate data to the physician and other patient care team membersInterpret and implement physician's orders; perform treatments according to accepted standards and policies; evaluate and document effectiveness of treatmentsAnticipate potential patient problems and take the necessary precautions to minimize those problems to ensure patient safety in OR and ASCIdentify and report unsafe practice and/or procedures to promote complianceDemonstrate knowledge and skill requirements regarding his/her role in the Safety Management Program (Safety/Security), Infection Control, Hazardous Materials, Emergency Preparedness, Life Safety, Medical Equipment and Utility Systems, and his/her expected level of participation.
Submit documentation of annual updatesInteract professionally and courteously with physicians, patients, patient's families, visitors, members of the public and co-workersAttend and participate in staff meetings, read and return all monthly staff meeting minutes in a timely mannerEncourage and promote cross training activities for professional growth and in order to contribute to the overall function of the CenterAssist with Pre-Op calls and documentation of patient health history and medications prior to admission to the surgery centerAbility to recognize preexisting symptoms and disease processes to forward to anesthesia provider and physician to initiate medical clearancesEnsure that supplies and equipment are available for patient careMaintain and submit documentation of required current licensure and/or certificationAttend staff meetings, read and return all monthly meeting minutes. Attendance record not to fall below 8 out of the 12 annual staff meetingsResponsible for knowing current policies and procedures, protocol and practices of the CenterFunction within scope of practice based on licensure, education, skills and experience; Recognize limitations and asks for guidance when necessaryAssist with additional duties required to maintain operations at the ASC which include restocking, outdates of supplies & medications, assisting with bi-annual equipment cleaning, annual inventoryCNOR preferred but not requiredJob requirements include:Currently active State Registered Nursing LicenseCurrent BLS and ACLS certificationIV Sedation course completion and certification upon hire preferredExceptional knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniquesProven experience as operating room nurseIn-depth knowledge of surgical operation proceduresSolid understanding of patient safety and precautions (AORN Standards)Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the CenterEffective communicator-- appreciates and respects others' needs, opinions, and concernsKnowledge, skills and abilities include:Assessing patients prior to surgery and alleviating their concernsGathering all supplies needed for surgeryAssuming responsibility of keeping the operating room a sterile environmentKnowledge of Instrumentation and equipment utilized for surgeryEfficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of operation procedures and patient safetyPosition and prepare patients on operating tablePass medical instruments or other supplies to the surgeon during surgery if requiredMonitor patient's during and immediate post operativelyAssume duties within or out of the sterile field as assignedAdhere to safety standards and precautionsDemonstrates current, comprehensive, professional knowledge and skills in conformance with recognized nursing standards and department policies including the Patient Bill of Rights and AAAHC regulations, Standards for Nursing Care and the Nurse Practice ActKnowledge of government regulations, HIPAA, documentation standards, and other compliance standards and ability to work in full complianceAbility to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages are preferredAbility to communicate in a professional manner-- able to counsel/teach customers, train co-workers, and positively contribute to marketing/public relations.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from patients, regulatory agencies, or members of the medical and business communityProficient computer skills- ability to accurately update, manage healthcare recordsAny additional tasks as directed by supervisorHours and working conditions include:Work conducted in one of PPOA ASC locations. The job will be Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays. Work hours may be subject to change, depending on surgery schedule.
Hazards: Occasional contact with communicable diseases, electrical equipment, blood borne pathogens, etc. Personal protective equipment: Provided if necessary (gowns, gloves, masks, head cover)