What are the responsibilities and job description for the Perioperative Educator Surgical Services position at - EMRMC?
Job Summary
“The RN is a nursing professional care provider under the direction of the director or designee who utilizes the nursing process, nursing standards and physicians orders to plan, provide and direct nursing practice. Accomplishment of nursing practice that includes practice elements as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing and in accordance with the Ephraim McDowell Health nursing professional practice model. Performance that accomplishes patient and family centered care as central to practice and a foundation of caring, compassion, competence, communication, collaboration and teamwork. Responsible to participate in shared nursing leadership to accomplish positive outcomes, education, respect, dignity and safety for the patient and their family. Accountable for leadership of self and others and functions as charge nurse when designated. Exhibits F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service and Trust).”
WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Works in a well lighted, ventilated and air conditioned area. Often exposed to unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds. Long periods in a stationary position and moving around the unit are required. Risks exposure to disease, infection and physical strain, and assault. Risks exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, radiation and anti-neoplastic agents. Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently. May work all shifts, some weekends and overtime.
CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:
Patient, family members and significant others, physicians and Associates, other healthcare providers, community resource personnel, administrative staff and Organizational support services.
EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
(See Competency Checklist)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR EQUIVALENTS:
Education: Graduate of an accredited ADN nursing program, BSN preferred.
Experience: Five (5) years experience in the clinical area, both circulating and scrubbing. Participation in a professional organization related to specialty required.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS:
Current RN license in the state of Kentucky. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within three (3) months of hire. Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification required or obtained within one (1) year of hire.
Shift: 1st Shift
