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Operating Room Registered Nurse

JOB SUMMARY

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 or the ASC Administrator.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Conduct care with empathy at the heart of every interaction; Empathy is one of PPOA s core values
Perform initial pre-op assessment and formulates appropriate plan of care for a positive patient outcome Provide competent care in circulating cases and efficiently providing equipment/supplies based on patients need
Effectively maintains sterile field by practicing aseptic techniques
Accurately documents patient health records
Provides high quality care while using resources efficiently
Communicate appropriate data to the physician and other patient care team members
Interpret and implement physician s orders; perform treatments according to accepted standards and policies; evaluate and document effectiveness of treatments
Anticipate potential patient problems and take the necessary precautions to minimize those problems to ensure patient safety in OR and ASC
Identify and report unsafe practice and/or procedures to promote compliance Demonstrate 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 updates.
Interact professionally and courteously with physicians, patients, patient s families, visitors, members of the public and co-workers. Attend and participate in staff meetings, read and return all monthly staff meeting minutes in a timely manner
Encourage and promote cross training activities for professional growth and in order to contribute to the overall function of the Center
Ensure that supplies and equipment are available for patient care
Maintain and submit documentation of required current licensure and/or certification
Attend staff meetings, read and return all monthly meeting minutes.
Attendance record not to fall below 8 out of the 12 annual staff meetings
Responsible for knowing current policies and procedures, protocol and practices of the Center

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Currently active State Registered Nursing License
Current BCLS annals certification

IV Sedation course completion and certification upon hire preferred
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the Center.
Effective communicator--appreciates and respects others needs, opinions, and concerns

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates 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 Act
Knowledge of government regulations, HIPAA, documentation standards, and other compliance standards and ability to work in full compliance
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
Ability 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 community.
Proficient computer skills-ability to accurately update and manage and electronic healthcare record

HOURSAND WORKING CONDITIONS
The job will be Monday thru Friday, with occasional Saturdays.Workhours may be subject to change, depending on surgery site.