Registered Nurse, Operating Room Circulator/Preop/PACU (PRN)

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Job Title:Part-Time/PRN O.R. Registered Nurse

Department:Operating Room

FLSA Status:Non-exempt

Summary

Provides preoperative, intraoperative, postoperative nursing care to patients in a cosmetic surgical care facility by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for performing direct patient care preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively.

Assessing, documenting and managing postoperative pain

Must demonstrate ability to assess airway adequacy and intervene quickly and appropriately when necessary

Must demonstrate proficiency with cardiac monitoring and interpretation

Must demonstrate understanding and knowledge of all phases of recovery nursing principles and expectations

Demonstrates necessary practical, technical, or specialized skills required for the role of the peri-operative nurse in accordance with AORN and other regulatory standards of practice.

Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures and has the ability to oversee the instrument and equipment set-up, prepare for the case utilizing preference cards, and anticipates needs of surgeon.

Coordinates and oversees the room during a case as the circulator.

Facilitates effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures.

Utilizes preference cards and updates as necessary.

Demonstrates knowledge of management of patient, including: being available to anesthesia during intubation and extubation, assisting as needed in sudden changes in patient condition and being readily available to assist as directed.

Performs thorough patient interview and assessment in accordance with procedure and assures an appropriate, detailed time out process is done according to policy.

Provides post anesthesia care; monitoring vital signs, ensuring patient safety

Pre-operative care: IV insertion, assessing patient, gathering baseline v/s, ensuring consents are signs and procedures confirmed

Escorts patient and family member(s) to appropriate areas of office

Educates patient and family in regards to procedure and post-operative care

Administers pre and post-operative medication; provides reassessment of those meds

Determines when patient is appropriate to go home and notifies provider of readiness

Prepares wound dressing changes

General help; stocking supplies, preparing room for patients, cleaning after patient discharge, helping position patient on OR table

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, nurses, and fellow employees. (TEAMWORK)

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school. Experience in plastic surgery, AAAASF, and/or ambulatory surgical setting preferred.

Minimum of 1 year experience (preferred) in PreOp/PACU/CIRCULATING

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

Working knowledge of Windows operating system; able to use iPad and tablet.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Kentucky Registered Nurse License

Current BLS and ACLS

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Job Types: Part-time, PRN

Medical specialties:

• Surgery

Physical setting:

• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person